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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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DANGER:

Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in

 

severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER

 

statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machine.

WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury to you or to other personnel; property damage could occur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machine.

CAUTION: Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result in damage to the machine or to other property. Read and observe all CAUTION statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machine.

DANGER: Failure to read the Operator's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If you or your operator(s) cannot read English, have this manual explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.

DANGER: Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury or property damage. Do not operate this machine unless it is completely assembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation.

DANGER: Machines can cause an explosion when operated near flammable materials and vapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners, or other flammable materials. This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardous dust. Use only commercially available floor cleaning chemicals intended for machine application.

DANGER: Lead acid batteries generate gases which can cause an explosion. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Do not smoke around the machine. Charge the batteries only in an area with good ventilation. Make sure that the AC charger plug is unplugged from the wall receptacle and stowed before operating the machine.

DANGER: Working with batteries can be dangerous! Always wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near batteries. Remove all jewelry. Do not put tools or other metal objects across the battery terminals, or on the tops of the batteries.

DANGER: Using a charger with a damaged power cord could result in an electrocution. Do not use the charger if the power cord is damaged.

WARNING: Operating this machine from anywhere other than the back of the machine could result in injury or damage. Operate this machine only from the rear.

WARNING: This machine is heavy. Get assistance before attempting to transport or move it. Use two able persons to move the machine on a ramp or incline. Always move slowly. Do not turn the machine on a ramp. Do not use on surfaces having a gradient exceeding that marked on the appliance. Read the "Procedures For Transporting" in this manual before transporting as machine might topple over if not secured.

WARNING: Machines can topple over and cause injury or damage if guided over the edges of stairs or loading docks. Stop and leave this machine only on a level surface. When you stop the machine, put all switches into their "OFF" position. On L17 and L20 models turn the key switch "OFF" and remove the key.

Clarke® Operator's Manual -FOCUS S17/L17 and S20/L20

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