Wallenstein WHS12000, Operator'S Manual

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2.12 GAS MOTOR SAFETY
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ
AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
THAT CAME WITH YOUR ENGINE.
WARNING: DO NOT
1. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odourless and deadly poison.
2. DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or
rotating parts.
3. DO NOT store, spill, or use gasoline near an
open flame, or devices such as a stove, furnace,
or water heater which use a pilot light or devices
which can create a spark.
4. DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not well
ventilated. Outdoor refuelling is preferred.
5. DO NOT refuel while engine is running. Allow
engine to cool for 5 minutes before refuelling.
Store fuel in approved safety containers.
6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is
running.
7. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled.
Move machine away from the spill and
avoid creating any ignition until gasoline has
evaporated.
8. DO NOT smoke while filling fuel tank.
9. DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine.
Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping.
10. DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This
may result in injury.
11. DO NOT tamper with governor springs,
governor links or other parts which may
increase the governed speed.
12. DO NOT tamper with the engine speed selected
by the original equipment manufacturer.
13. DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or
spark plug wire removed.
14. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
If engine is flooded, crank until engine starts.
15. DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or
metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter
in operation. Use proper tools to service engine.
16. DO NOT operate engine without a muffler.
Inspect periodically and replace, if necessary.
If engine is equipped with a muffler deflector,
inspect periodically and replace, if necessary
with correct deflector.
17. DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation
of grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible
materials in the muffler area.
18. DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved
land unless a spark arrester is installed on
the muffler. The arrester must be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In
the state of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal land.
19. DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder or fins
because contact may cause burns.
20. DO NOT run engine with air cleaner or air
cleaner cover removed.
WARNING: DO
1. ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the spark
plug when servicing the engine or equipment
to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect
the negative wire from the battery terminal if
equipped with a 12 volt starting system.
2. DO keep cylinder fins and governor parts free of
grass and other debris which can affect engine
speed.
3. DO examine muffler periodically to be sure it is
functioning effectively. A worn or leaking muffler
should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
4. DO use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum
carburetor and cause leakage.
5. DO check fuel lines and fittings frequently for
cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.