SAFETY 12/05 Exhaust Hazard WARNING Never block windows, vents or other means of ventilation if the engine is operating in an enclosed area. All internal combustion engines create carbon monoxide gas during operation and special precautions are required to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. Sever Hazard Rotating parts can cause severe injury or death. Never wear jewelry, unbuttoned cuffs, ties or loose-fitting clothing and always tie long hair back when working near moving / rotating parts such as the flywheel or PTO shaft. Keep hands, feet and tools away from all moving parts. Alcohol and Drug Hazard Never operate the engine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or when feeling ill.
Exposure Hazard Always wear personal protective equipment including appropriate clothing, gloves, work shoes, and eye and hearing protection as required by the task at hand. Sudden Movement Hazard Never operate the engine while wearing a headset to listen to music or radio because it will be difficult to hear the warning signals. Burn Hazard Some of the engine surfaces become very hot during operation and shortly after shutdown. Keep hands and other body parts away from hot engine surfaces. YM Series Operation Manual 7