General Safety Rules - Surtek PVC765 Manual De Usuario Y Garantía

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

The most important safety device for this or
any tool is the operator. Care and good judg-
ment are the best protection against injury.
All possible hazards cannot be covered here,
but we have tried to highlight some of the
important items, individuals should look for
and obey Caution, Warning and Danger signs
placed on equipment, and displayed in the
workplace. Operators should read and follow
safety instructions packed with each product.
Learn how each machine works. Even if you
have previously used similar machines, care-
fully check out each machine before you use it.
Get the "feel" of it and know its capabilities,
limitations, potential hazards, how it operates,
and how it stops. We has no duty if person
don't operate as instruction said.
Failure to follow instructions in this manual
may lead to serious injury or even death! This
equipment is to be operated by trained and
qualified personnel only! This equipment is
for industrial use only.
WARNING: RISK OF EXPLOSION OR FIRE.
• Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable
and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause se-
vere burns or death.
· ALWAYS shut off motor and allow it to cool a
least 2 minutes before adding fuel to the tank.
· ALWAYS use care in filling tank to avoid spill-
ing fuel. Move compactor away from fueling
area before starting motor.
· ALWAYS Keep maximum fuel level below top
of tank to allow for expansion.
· ALWAYS operate and fuel equipment in well
ventilated areas free from obstructions. Equip
areas with fire extinguishers suitable for gaso-
line fires.
· ALWAYS Store fuel in an OSHA approved con-
tainer, in a secure location away from work
area.
DANGER: CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD.
• Running motor gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas. Breathing
carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting
or death. Some chemicals or detergents may
be harmful if inhaled or ingested, causing se-
vere nausea, fainting or poisoning.
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· ALWAYS Keep exhaust gas from entering a
confined area through windows, doors, venti-
lation intakes, or other openings.
· NEVER operate unit in a location occupied by
humans or animals.
· ALWAYS follow manufacturers recommenda-
tions, use a respirator or mask whenever there
is a chance that vapors may be inhaled.
• Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, op-
eration and safety decals when they become
difficult read.
• Manufacturer does not assume responsibility
for any accident due to equipment modifica-
tions.
• NEVER use accessories or attachments, which
are not recommended for this equipment.
Damage to the equipment and/or injury to
user may result.
• NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muf-
fler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool be-
fore servicing motor or compactor.
• ALWAYS stop the motor before servicing,
adding fuel and oil.
• NEVER run motor without air filter. Severe
motor may occur.
• ALWAYS service air cleaner frequently to pre-
vent carburetor malfunctions.
• ALWAYS check the machine for loosened
threads or bolts before starting.
• ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with
proper safety precautions and operations tech-
niques before using compactor.
• ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is
not being used. Equipment should be stored in
a clean, dry location out of the reach of chil-
dren.
• DO NOT operate this equipment unless all
guards and safety devices are attached and in
place.
• Keep all inexperienced and unauthorized
people away from the equipment at all times.
• Unauthorized equipment modifications will
void all warranties.
• NEVER pour or spray water over the motor.
• Test the motor ON/OFF switch before operat-
ing. The purpose of this switch is to shut down
the motor of the compactor.
• Refer to the Engine User's Manual for mo-
tor technical questions or information recom-
mended for the equipment.