SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
8FP FLOOR PLANER SERIES OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV #2 (05/28/09) PAGE 10
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROVIDE SOME COMMON SENSE GUIDES TO
PROMOTE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY WITH THE
FLOOR PLANER. NO WARRANTY, GUARANTEE
OR REPRESENTATION IS MADE BY THE
MANUFACTURER AS TO THE ABSOLUTE
CORRECTNESS OR SUFFICIENCY OF ANY
INFORMATION OR STATEMENT. THESE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS ARE INTENDED TO DEAL
PRINCIPALLY WITH COMMON PRACTICES AND
CONDITIONS ENCOUNTERED IN THE USE OF THE
FLOOR PLANER AND ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE
ALL INCLUSIVE. PROPER LEVELS OF OPERATOR
EXPERIENCE, SKILL AND COMMON SENSE ARE
ESSENTIAL FOR SAFE AND EFFICIENT
OPERATION.
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT
CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
THIS STATEMENT IS MADE IN COMPLIANCE TO
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65.
INCORRECT USE OF THE FLOOR PLANER CAN
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. TO REDUCE THIS
POSSIBILITY, GIVE COMPLETE AND UNDIVIDED
ATTENTION TO THE JOB AT HAND AND FOLLOW
THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
PREPARATION.
1) This FLOOR PLANER is specialized type of
powered equipment, designed for a specific job
function and requires adequate and thorough
instruction BEFORE it is operated. The size, power,
complexity and operating characteristics of this type of
powered equipment would dictate that each operator
must receive adequate, professional instruction
regarding the proper operation of this FLOOR
PLANER before being allowed to utilize it. BEFORE
attempting to utilize this FLOOR PLANER, read this
Operator's Manual, the applicable Safety and
Operational Information Video Tape and the material
supplied by the engine manufacturer to familiarize
each operator with its correct operating procedures.
Avoid the urge not to take the necessary time to read
this Operator's Manual before operating the FLOOR
PLANER. DO NOT OPERATE THE FLOOR PLANER
UNTIL EACH OPERATOR COMPLETELY
COMPREHENDS THE CONTENTS OF THIS
MANUAL AND THE APPLICABLE SAFETY AND
OPERATIONAL INFORMATION VIDEO TAPE.
2) Develop a comprehensive program for the safe
operation of the FLOOR PLANER by its owner(s)
and/or operator(s). Such a program will include, but is
not limited to: instructional requirements for operation,
applicable OSHA requirements, local laws and
regulations, job site safety and a FLOOR PLANER
maintenance program. Constantly examine and
upgrade this program to guarantee owner(s) and/or
operator(s) safety. Each operator must be fully
instructed regarding the specifics of this safety
program.
3) Determine that the FLOOR PLANER is in its
original, factory configuration and has not been
modified in any manner. Many modifications can result
in potentially dangerous configurations that can lead to
property damage and/or personal injury. If there are
any questions about possible modifications made to
the FLOOR PLANER, contact the Customer Service
Department for specific information BEFORE
utilization. There is no charge for this service. Do not
operate the FLOOR PLANER without the use of the
original equipment V-belt and diamond blade guards.
Use of the FLOOR PLANER without an approved belt
guard and/or diamond blade guard can lead to
property damage and/or personal injury.
4) Minors should never be allowed to operate the
FLOOR PLANER. Bystanders, especially children and
animals, should not be allowed in the area where the
FLOOR PLANER is in use. The sawing process can
result in flying particles being emitted at high velocity
and striking the operator and/or onlookers. This can
lead to the possibility of property damage and/or
personal injury. Keep all body parts, loose clothing,
foreign objects and onlookers clear of the rotating
diamond blade, caster wheels, main wheels and flying
particles.
5) Operators must be in adequate physical condition,
mental health and not under the influence of any
substance (drugs, alcohol, etc.) which might impair
vision, dexterity or judgment. Working with the FLOOR
PLANER is strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
your doctor BEFORE operating the FLOOR PLANER.
Guard against the possibility of back related injuries.
Always lift the FLOOR PLANER with leg muscles and
not with the back.
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER