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MVH-406GH — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

■NEVER disconnect any "emergency or safety devices". These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties.

Transporting

■Always shutdown engine before transporting.

■Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent fuel from spilling.

■Drain fuel when transporting compactor over long distances or bad roads.

■Always tie-down the compactor during transportation by securing the compactor's guard frame with an appropriate tie-down.

Loading and Unloading

■Before lifting, make sure that machine parts (hook and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not loosened or lost.

■ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been properly secured to the lifting bale of compactor.

■NEVER lift the machine while the engine is running.

■Use a reliable chain, cable or strap of adequate lifting capacity.

■NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the machine while lifting.

■Use a crane with a one point suspension hook and lift straight upwards or forklift to load and unload the compactor.A skilled crane operator is required to perform the job.

■ALWAYS use the lifting bale (Figure 1) on the machine when lifting is required. DO NOT use any other part of the machine for lifting.

■ALWAYS lift the machine vertically.

■Try not to lift machine to unnecessary heights.

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.

Maintenance Safety

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

■ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing.

■Keep the machinery in proper running condition.

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

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

■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.

Figure 18. Lifting the Compactor

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