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SELF-PROTECTION
Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good repair. Keep hands, hair,
clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts when starting, operating or
repairing equipment.
Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt to override the governor or idler by pushing on
the throttle control rods while the engine is running.
DO NOT
adds the fuel near an open flame welding arc or when the engine is running.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact with hot
engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do not start engine
until fumes have been eliminated.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If this is not possible, cover them to prevent the welding sparks
from starting a fire. Remember that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through small
cracks and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily
available.
Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site, special precautions should be used to prevent
hazardous situation.
When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode circuit is touching the work or ground. Accidental
contact can cause overheating and create a fire hazard.
Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the proper steps have been taken to insure that
such procedures will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances inside. They can cause an
explosion even though they have been “cleaned”.
Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or welding. They may explode.
Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil free protective garments such as leather gloves,
heavy shirt, cuff less trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear ear plugs when welding out of
position or in confined places. Always wear safety glasses with side shields when in a welding area.
