Multiquip 21362 manual HPLA/HPHA-SERIES 36TROWEL- Rules for Safe Operation, Maintenance Safety

HPLA/HPHA-SERIES 36"TROWEL— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

■DO NOT operate this trowel unless all guards and safety devices are attached and in place. See pages 16 and 17.

■ALWAYS use proper lifting techniques when moving the trowel. See page 24.

■ALWAYS check to make sure that the operating area is clear before starting the engine.

■ALWAYS test the safety stop switch devices before operating the trowel.

■NEVER place your feet or hands inside the guard rings while starting or operating this equipment.

■AVOID wearing jewelry or loose fitting clothing that may snag on the controls or moving parts, this can cause a serious injury.

■ALWAYS keep clear of rotating or moving parts while operating the trowel.

■NEVER leave the machine unattended while running.

■Moving Parts – Shut down the engine before performing service or maintenance functions. Contact with moving parts can cause serious injury.

Maintenance Safety

■Disconnect the spark plug wires before attempting any type of service.

■Securely support any machine components that must be raised.

■NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.

■DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste.

■DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source.

■Keep the trowel in proper running condition.

■Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil or debris on the trowel.

■Fix damage to the trowel immediately and always replace broken parts.

■Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.

■High Temperatures – Allow the machine and engine to cool before adding fuel or performing service and maintenance functions. Contact with hot! components can cause serious burns.

CAUTION

EMERGENCIES

■ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher.

■ALWAYS know the location of the nearest and first aid kit.

■In emergencies always know the location of the nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site. Also know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency.

HPLA/HPHA-SERIES 36" WALK-BEHIND TROWEL — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #3 (07/06/10) — PAGE 11