Kärcher B 260 RI Combo Manual De Instrucciones página 9

OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS
Only trained and authorized persons are allowed to op-
erate the powered floor cleaner. Operators of powered
floor cleaners must be qualified with the visual, acous-
tic, physical and mental abilities needed to operate the
device safely.
OPERATOR TRAINING
Personnel who have not been trained in the operation of
powered floor cleaners may only operate a floor cleaner
for training purposes, under the direct supervision of the
trainer. This training should be conducted in an area
away from other trucks, obstacles and pedestrians.
The operator training program should include the user's
guidelines for the location where the trainee will operate
the floor cleaner, the operating conditions for that loca-
tion, and the specific floor cleaner the trainee will oper-
ate. The training program must be presented to all new
operators regardless of previous experience.
The training body must inform the trainee of the follow-
ing:
1 The operator's primary responsibility is to use the
powered floor cleaner safely as instructed in the
training program.
2 Unsafe or improper operation of a powered floor
cleaner can result in the following: Death or serious
injury to the operator or other persons; damage to
the powered floor cleaner or other objects.
The training program should highlight safe and proper
operation to prevent injury to the operator and others,
and to prevent property damage, and should cover the
following areas:
1 The basics of the powered floor cleaners that the
trainee will operate:
● The properties of powered floor cleaners, includ-
ing variations between powered floor cleaners in
the workplace
● The similarities and differences to automobiles
● The meaning of the type plate data, warnings and
instructions affixed to the powered floor cleaner
● The instruction manual and warnings in the in-
struction manual of the powered floor cleaner and
the instructions for inspection and maintenance
by the operator
● The type of driving force and its properties
● The steering method
● The braking method and characteristics
● The view forwards and backwards
● The stability characteristics with and without load,
with and without attachments
● The positions of the controls, the function, the
type of operation, the identification of symbols
● Charging of the battery
● The isolating and non-isolating protective devices
for the specific powered floor cleaner
● Other properties for the specific powered floor
cleaner
2 The operating environment and its effects on the op-
eration of the powered floor cleaner including the
following:
● The soil conditions, including transient conditions
● Ramps and gradients
● The battery charging stations
● Narrow aisles, doors, overhead lines, above-
ground pipelines and other areas with limited
space
● The areas in which the powered floor cleaner is
operated in the vicinity of other industrial trucks,
other vehicles or pedestrians
● The use and capacity of elevators
● Operation near loading ramps or the edges of up-
graded surfaces
● Other special operating conditions and hazards
that may arise
3 The operation of the powered floor cleaner including
the following points:
● Proper inspection prior to each startup and au-
thorized decommissioning of a powered floor
cleaner in need of repair
● Driving, cornering
● The parking and shutdown procedure
● Other special operating conditions for the specific
application
4 The rules and practices of operational safety includ-
ing the following points:
● The terms of this standard in chapter OPERA-
TIONAL SAFETY RULES AND PRACTICES
● Other employer rules, regulations, or practices in
the location where the powered floor cleaner is
used
5 Company training practice, including the following:
● If possible, practical training in operating the pow-
ered floor cleaner should take place in an area
that is separate from other activities or personnel
in the workplace.
● The practical training is to be carried out under
the supervision of the trainer.
● The practical training should include the actual
operation or the simulated execution of all tasks
in the company, such as manoeuvring, driving,
stopping, starting and other activities under the
conditions encountered when operating the pow-
ered floor cleaner.
TESTING, RETRAINING AND
APPLICATION
1 During the training, the employer must provide both
performance tests and oral and / or written tests to
measure the operator's skills and knowledge in
meeting the requirements of the standard. Employ-
ers can delegate such tests to others, but remain re-
sponsible for the tests. Corresponding records are
to be kept.
2 Operators are to be retrained when new equipment
is introduced, existing device is upgraded, operating
conditions change, or an operator's performance is
unsatisfactory.
3 The user is responsible for ensuring the safe use of
the powered floor cleaner in accordance with the
provisions of this standard.
Note
Operator training information is available from sources
such as powered floor cleaner manufacturers, govern-
ment agencies dealing with employee safety, industrial
trucking trade associations, public and private organiza-
tions, and safety advisers.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES
AND PRACTICES
Operator responsibility
Safe operation is the responsibility of the operator.
The operator must develop safe work habits and be
aware of dangerous conditions in order to protect him-
self, other personnel, the powered floor cleaner and oth-
er material.
The operator must familiarize himself with the operation
and function of all control elements and instruments be-
fore agreeing to operate the device.
Before operating the device, operators must read and
be familiar with the operating instructions for each de-
vice and observe the safety rules and practices in the
following paragraphs.
Before operating a device, the operator must be familiar
with unusual operating conditions that may require ad-
ditional safety precautions or special operating instruc-
tions.
General
Before starting the powered floor cleaner:
1 Be in the operating position.
2 Set the direction controller to the neutral position.
3 Apply the brake.
4 Set the switch to the "ON" position.
Do not start the device or operate the device, its func-
tions or attachments from a location other than the
specified operator position.
Keep hands and feet within the designated area for the
operator or in the device compartment.
Understand the limitations of the device and operate the
device safely so as not to cause injury to personnel.
Protect pedestrians at all times.
1 Do not drive a powered floor cleaner towards people
standing in front of an object.
2 Before turning manoeuvres, ensure that personnel
stay away from the rear turning range.
3 Particular caution is required at front aisles, doors
and other places where pedestrians can step into
the path of the powered floor cleaner.
Do not allow passengers to drive with powered floor
cleaners unless the manufacturer has provided a safe
place to drive.
A powered floor cleaner is supervised when the opera-
tor is in sight, less than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the device.
A powered floor cleaner will not be supervised if the op-
erator is in sight more than 25 ft (7.6 m) from the device
or whenever the operator leaves the device and it is not
in sight.
Before leaving the driver's position:
1 Bring the device to a standstill.
2 Set the direction controller to the neutral position.
3 Apply the parking brake.
4 Stop the motor or switch off the controls.
5 If the device has to be parked on an incline, lock the
wheels.
Maintain a safety distance from the edge of ramps, plat-
forms and similar working areas.
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When powered floor cleaners are being driven on or off
long distance trucks or trailers, apply the brakes on the
truck or trailers and use wheel chocks or other safe me-
chanical means to prevent unintentional movement of
the truck or trailer.
Whenever powered floor cleaners are driven on and off
semi-trailers that are not coupled to a tractor, supports
may be required to prevent corners from tipping or div-
ing.
Care must be taken that overhead installations such as
lights, cables, pipes, sprinkler systems, etc. are not
touched.
Report all accidents involving personnel, building struc-
tures and equipment to the supervisor or as instructed.
Do not make any additions or modifications to the de-
vice.
Do not block access to escape routes, stairs or fire ex-
tinguishers.
Driving
Observe all traffic regulations including the permitted
speed limits. Drive on the right under normal traffic con-
ditions. Maintain a safety distance based on the travel
speed of the device in front and keep the device under
control at all times.
Give the right of way to pedestrians and emergency ve-
hicles such as ambulances and fire engines.
Do not overtake another truck at intersections, blind
spots or other dangerous places.
At the intersections of aisles and other places where vis-
ibility is impaired, reduce the travel speed and sound the
acoustic warning device.
If possible, cross the railroad tracks at an angle. Park no
closer than 6 ft (1800 mm) to the nearest rail of a railway
line.
Travel up and down gradients slowly and with caution. If
possible, avoid turning and be extremely careful on gra-
dients, ramps or slopes; normally travel straight up and
down the gradient.
Maintain a clear view of the route and pay attention to
other traffic, personnel and safety distances.
Operate the device in driving conditions at a speed suf-
ficient to bring the device to a safe standstill.
Carry out starts, stops, rotations or turns in a gentle
manner so as not to shift the load and / or overturn the
powered floor cleaner.
Do not perform stunt rides or other mischief.
Reduce the travel speed on wet and slippery floors.
Before driving over a slatted frame or a bridge plate,
make sure that it is properly secured. Drive carefully and
slowly over the slatted frame or bridge plate and never
exceed the load-bearing capacity.
Do not drive the powered floor cleaner into an elevator
unless expressly authorized. Drive slowly towards the
elevator and then enter immediately after the elevator
car has been properly levelled. As soon as you are in
the elevator, put the controls in neutral, switch off the
power and apply the brakes. It is advisable that every-
one else exits the elevator before the powered floor
cleaner is allowed to enter or exit the elevator.
When cornering, reduce your speed to a safe level that
is compatible with the operating environment. Take the
curves gently. Except when manoeuvring at very low
speed, turn the steering moderately and smoothly.
The operation of a powered floor cleaner requires spe-
cial safety aspects such as the following:
1 A powered floor cleaner can tip over if an operator
does not slow down to a safe speed before corner-
ing. Signs that a truck is being driven at excessive
speed during turning manoeuvres include:
● Skidding of the tyres
● Device sliding away
● Lifting of the wheels and
● The need to firmly grip the steering wheel so as
not to slip out of the seat
2 The chance of a side tipping is increased under any
of the following conditions or a combination thereof:
● Driving on an uneven surface
● Driving at excessive speed
3 Tipping forward can occur and its likelihood is in-
creased under the following conditions or a combi-
nation thereof:
● The operator should stay with the powered floor
cleaner if it falls off a loading ramp or ramp. The
operator should hold on tight and lean away from
the point of impact.
● If the environment presents a serious hazard or
other abnormal operating conditions exist, the us-
er may need to use different and / or additional
safety precautions and special operating instruc-
tions as appropriate for the conditions.
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