PG 2A
Safety Information
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Do not open pump housing cover while pump is operating, or
start pump with the cover off. The rotating impeller inside the
pump can cut or sever objects caught in it.
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Do not block or restrict flow from inlet line or discharge line.
Remove kinks from discharge line before starting pump. Opera-
tion with a blocked inlet line or discharge line can cause water
inside pump to overheat.
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Read, understand, and follow procedures in the Operator’s Man-
ual before attempting to operate the machine.
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Be sure operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and
operation techniques before using machine.
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Be sure the machine is on a firm, level surface and will not tip,
roll, slide, or fall while operating.
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Close fuel valve on engines equipped with one when machine is
not being operated.
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Store the machine properly when it is not being used. The
machine should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach
of children.
1.4
Operator Safety while Using Internal Combustion Engines
Operating safety
When operating the pump:
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Keep the area around exhaust pipe free of flammable materials.
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Check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracks before
starting the engine.
WARNING
Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling.
Failure to follow the warnings and safety standards could result in severe injury or
death.
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Read and follow the warning instructions in the engine owner’s manual and the
safety guidelines below.
DANGER
Asphyxiation hazard. Using a pump indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES. Pump
exhaust contains carbon monoxide. This is a poison you cannot see or smell.
Ñ NEVER use this pump inside a home or garage, EVEN IF doors and windows
are open. Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and vents.
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NEVER use a pump inside an enclosed area, such as a tunnel or a trench,
unless adequate ventilation is provided through such items as exhaust fans or
hoses.
