Safety Precautions

Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the safety precautions given in this manual and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose.

These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re- view them carefully before operating the tool and before performing general maintenance or repairs.

Supervising personnel should develop additional pre- cautions relating to the specific work area and local safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in the space provided in this manual.

The TA54 Hydraulic Tamper will provide safe and de- pendable service if operated in accordance with the in- structions given in this manual. Read and understand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the tool and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

•Operator must start in a work area without bystand- ers. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes and danger- ous terrain conditions.

•Establish a training program for all operators to en- sure safe operation.

•Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor.

•Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear, head protection, and safety shoes at all times when operating the tool. Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in the working parts of the tool.

•Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement of the tool can cause serious injury.

•Supply hoses must have a minimum working pres- sure rating of 2500 psi/175 bar.

•Be sure all hose connections are tight.

•The hydraulic circuit control valve must be in the OFF position when coupling or uncoupling the tool.

Wipe all couplers clean before connecting. Use only lint-free cloths. Failure to do so may result in dam- age to the quick couplers and cause overheating of the hydraulic system.

•Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above 140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher oil temperatures can cause operator discomfort and may damage the tool.

•Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or incompletely assembled tool.

•Know the location of buried or covered services be- fore starting your work.

•To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by authorized and properly trained per- sonnel.

•Do not exceed the rated limits of the tool or use the tool for applications beyond its design capacity.

•Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels and warning stickers legible.

•Always replace parts with replacement parts recom- mended by Stanley Hydraulic Tools.

•Without the use of non-conductive accessories, this tool is not for use near energized lines. Failure to comply with this warning could result in serious per- sonal injury.

•Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and bal- ance at all times.

•Use care when handling the tamper. Do not carry the tool by the hoses.

•Warning: Use of this tool on certain materials during demolition could generate dust potentially contain- ing a variety of hazardous substances such as as- bestos, silica or lead. Inhalation of dust containing these or other hazardous substances could result in serious injury, cancer or death. Protect yourself and those around you. Research and understand the materials you are cutting. Follow correct safety procedures and comply with all applicable national, state or provisional health and safety regulations relating to them, including, if appropriate arranging for the safe disposal of the materials by a qualified person.

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