4 maintenance information, Safety information – Minuteman KS 28 G (6403.xx) User Manual
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Safety Information
potentially explosive atmospheres.
• Do not let the engine run indoors!
Risk of poisoning (only Minuteman
KS
28
G)! Ensure sufficient ventila-
tion when working indoors.
• When using the machine, pay strict
attention to any persons in the close
vicinity.
• Pay attention to hot parts of the en-
gine, risk of burns.
• It is prohibited to transport passen-
gers.
• Accelerate the machine immediately
after switching on the rotary brush,
otherwise imprints of the brush could
be produced on the floor.
• Never leave the machine unattended
as long as the engine is running.
• Remove the ignition key to prevent
unauthorized use of the machine.
• Never leave batteries in a dis-
charged state but recharge them as
soon as possible (only Minuteman
KS
28
B).
• When transporting the machine,
switch the engine off and raise the
side brush.
• The Minuteman KS
28 can be used
on surfaces with a maximum gradi-
ent of 2%.
• Steps or curbs up to a maximum of
1.6
in can be driven over.
• It is forbidden to manipulate switches
and safety equipment.
1.4
Maintenance information
• The maintenance work and mainte-
nance intervals prescribed in the op-
erating manual must be adhered to.
• Operating personnel must complete
the necessary daily and weekly
maintenance work. All other mainte-
nance work must be completed at
your nearest Minuteman service
center.
• The machine must be inspected by a
recognized technical expert in re-
spect of operational safety, within
the terms of the applicable accident
prevention laws, at reasonable inter-
vals (we recommend at least once a
year) and following modification or
repairs.
• Spare parts must comply with the
minimum technical requirements
stipulated by the manufacturer! This
is ensured by the use of original
spare parts.
• The machine must be switched off
prior to cleaning or servicing it or to
replacing parts.
• Suitable tools must be used for
cleaning and maintenance work.
• When working with the hood raised,
it must be opened up fully to prevent
it from accidentally dropping or slam-
ming shut.
• When working on the electrical sys-
tem, always disconnect the battery
cable (only Minuteman KS
28
B).
• Battery may only be handled and
changed by properly skilled mainte-
nance personnel (only Minuteman
KS
28
B).
• Pay attention that the insulation of
the charger cable is not damaged
and cannot be damaged during the
charging process. The cable must
not chafe against anything. In the
case of defective insulation, do not
use the on-board charger (only Min-
uteman KS
28
B).
• Check the exhaust system at regular
intervals (only Minuteman KS
28
G).
• It is prohibited to clean the machine
with a pressure washer or steam
blaster.
• It is prohibited to use aggressive and
corrosive cleaning agents.
• Allow the machine to dry properly af-