Safety Information WP 1550wpm_si000324gb.fm 81.4 Service SafetyA poorly maintained machine can become a safety hazard! In orderfor the machine to operate safely and properly over a long period oftime, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary.1.4.1 Do not attempt to clean or service the machine while it is running.Rotating parts can cause severe injury.1.4.2 Do not crank a flooded engine with the spark plug removed ongasoline-powered engines. Fuel trapped in the cylinder will squirt outthe spark plug opening.1.4.3 Do not test for spark on gasoline-powered engines if the engine isflooded or the smell of gasoline is present. A stray spark could ignitethe fumes.1.4.4 Do not use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents toclean parts, especially in enclosed areas. Fumes from fuels andsolvents can become explosive.1.4.5 Keep the area around the muffler free of debris such as leaves, paper,cartons, etc. A hot muffler could ignite the debris and start a fire.1.4.6 Replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed andrecommended by Wacker Neuson Corporation.1.4.7 Disconnect the spark plug on machines equipped with gasolineengines, before servicing, to avoid accidental start-up.1.4.8 Keep the machine clean and labels legible. Replace all missing andhard-to-read labels. Labels provide important operating instructionsand warn of dangers and hazards.WARNING