RIDGID GP80150RTB Operator's Manual page 4

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
 Never pick up or carry a machine while the engine is
running.
 Never start the machine if ice has formed in any part
of the equipment.
 Always operate the machine on a level surface. If the
engine is on an incline, it could seize due to improper
lubrication (even at the maximum oil level).
 Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine (motor) is running (except where specifically
recommended by the manufacturer).
 Protective covers must always cover rotating parts
when the engine is running.
 Keep cooling air intake (recoil starter area) and muffler
side of the engine at least 3 feet away from buildings,
obstructions, and other combustible objects.
 Keep the engine away from flammables and other
hazardous materials.
 Keep away from hot parts. The muffler and other engine
parts become very hot; use caution.
 Do not touch the spark plug and ignition cable when
starting and operating the engine.
 Check fuel hoses and joints for looseness and fuel
leakage before each use.
 Check bolts and nuts for looseness before each use.
A loose bolt or nut may cause serious engine problems.
 Always refuel outdoors. Never refuel indoors or in a
poorly ventilated area.
 Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are present,
such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers,
and the like.
 If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this outdoors into
a container approved for gasoline and away from all
ignition sources.
 To reduce the risk of fire and burn injury, handle fuel
with care. It is highly flammable.
 Do not smoke while handling fuel.
 Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running
or when the engine is hot.
 Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep
fuel from escaping around the cap.
 Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
 Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from
refueling site before starting engine.
 If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
 Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
 Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
 Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away
from spark and/or flame-producing equipment.
 Store fuel in containers specifically designed for this
purpose.
 Empty fuel tank and restrain the unit from moving
before transporting in a vehicle.
 Make sure minimum clearance of 3 feet is maintained
from combustible materials.
SERVICE
 When servicing a product, use only recommended or
equivalent replacement parts. Follow instructions in
the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unau-
thorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions
may create a risk of injury.
 Service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
 Disconnect the spark plug wire, open drain valve to
decompress tanks and allow water to drain, and allow
air compressor to become cool to the touch before
servicing. Turn pressure regulator knob fully counter-
clockwise after shutting off air compressor.
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