MDR-9GH — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION:
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.
■NEVERtouch the hot exhaust manifold, muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing engine orvibratory roller.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the MIKASA
GENERAL SAFETY
■DO NOT operate or service this equipment before readingthisentiremanual.
■This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18 years of age.
■NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel- toed boots and other protective devices required by the job. ALWAYS wear slip resistant safety shoes or boots.
■NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
■NEVER operate this equipment under the influence or drugs or alcohol.
■NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
■Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications.
■Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become difficult read.
■ALWAYS wear proper respiratory (mask), hearing and eye protection equipment when operating the vibratory roller.
■HighTemperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot components can cause serious burns.
■The engine of this vibratory roller requires an adequate free flow of cooling air. NEVER operate the vibratory roller in any enclosed or narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air flow is restricted it will
cause serious damage to the vibratory roller or engine and may cause injury to people and property.Remember the roller’s enginegivesoff DEADLY gases.
■ALWAYS refuel in a
■ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with flammable liquids. When refueling, stop the engine and allow it to cool. DO NOT smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.
■NEVER operate the vibratory roller in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible
materials. An explosion or fire could result causing severe bodily harm or even death.
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■ALWAYS store the vibratory roller in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children.
■NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage may occur.
■NEVER leave the vibratory roller unattended, turn off engine.
■CAUTION must always be observed while servicing this vibratory roller. Rotating parts can cause injury if contacted.
■DO NOT leave vibratory roller with engine running. Use chock blocks if parking vibratory roller on a grade.
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