Powerbuilt EGS0252, Instruction Manual

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SYMPTOMS OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, extremely toxic gas that
can KILL in a matter of minutes. Breathing air containing carbon monoxide
produces symptoms of headache, dizziness, loss of muscular control, a sleepy
feeling and finally coma. Moderate or severe brain damage can result from inhaling
air containing carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a product of incomplete
combustion of fuels and occurs in exhaust fumes of fuel-burning heaters and all
internal combustion engines. Carbon Monoxide collects in spaces where there is no
constant air flow or ventilation. If you start to feel sick, dizzy or weak due to
exposure to CO while using a petrol engine, GET TO FRESH AIR IMMEDIATELY .
ADDING OR DRAINING PETROL TO OR FROM THE ENGINE
Petrol and petrol vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive. Fire and explosion can result in severe burns
and even death.
• Turn engine to the OFF position and let cool at least two minutes before
removing petrol cap. Loosen cap slowly to relieve pressure in petrol tank.
• DO NOT fill or drain petrol tank inside enclosed structures. Accidental sparks
can result in fires or explosions leading to severe burns and even death.
• DO NOT overfill petrol tank. Leave ample space for expansion of petrol.
• DO NOT start engine in area of petrol spillage. Fire and explosion can occur.
• Keep petrol away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other ignition
sources. DO NOT smoke while operating the engine.
• DO NOT tip engine or equipment at an angle that could result in petrol spilling
from petrol tank.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can
pull your hand and arm toward the engine faster than it can be let
go of. Failure to be aware of this function can result in broken
bones, fractures, bruises and sprains can result.
• When starting the engine, pull cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly to avoid kickback.
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