COATS 575 Heavy Duty Tire Lift - Manual (Page 3)

COATS Heavy Duty Tire Lift • 3
1. Read and understand this manual and all on-
machine labels before operating this equipment.
Abuse and misuse will shorten the functional life.
2. Do not operate equipment if the equipment has
been dropped or damaged until a qualified service
technician has examined it.
3. To reduce the risk of fire, do not operate equip-
ment in the vicinity of open containers of flam-
mable liquids (i.e. gasoline).
4. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all other body
parts away from moving parts.
5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
6. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
glasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are
NOT safety glasses.
7. Keep guards and safety features in place and in
working order.
8. Wear proper clothing. Safety toe, non-slip footwear
and protective hair covering to contain hair are rec-
ommended. Do not wear jewelry, loose clothing,
neckties, or gloves when operating the tire lift.
9. Keep work area clean and well lighted. Cluttered
and/or dark areas invite accidents.
10. Repair or replace any part that is damaged or worn
and that may cause unsafe operation.
11. Never overload or stand on the tire lift.
12. Do not allow untrained persons to operate
machinery.
Operator Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment helps make tire servic-
ing safer. However, equipment does not take the place
of safe operating practices. Always wear durable work
clothing during tire service activity. Loose fitting cloth-
ing should be avoided. Tight fitting leather gloves are
recommended to protect operator’s hands when han-
dling worn tires and wheels. Sturdy leather work shoes
with steel toes and oil resistant soles should be used
by tire service personnel to help prevent injury in typi-
cal shop activities. Eye protection is essential during
tire service activity. Safety glasses with side shields,
goggles, or face shields are acceptable. Back belts pro-
vide support during lifting activities and are also helpful
in providing operator protection. Consideration should
also be given to the use of hearing protection if tire
service activity is performed in an enclosed area, or if
noise levels are high.
Owner’s Responsibility
To maintain machine and user safety, the responsibil-
ity of the owner is to read and follow these instructions:
• Follow all installation instructions.
• Make sure installation conforms to all appli-
cable Local, State, and Federal Codes, Rules,
and Regulations; such as State and Federal
OSHA Regulations and Electrical Codes.
• Carefully check the unit for correct initial
function.
• Read and follow the safety instructions. Keep
them readily available for machine operators.
• Make certain all operators are properly
trained, know how to safely and correctly oper-
ate the unit, and are properly supervised.
• Allow unit operation only with all parts in
place and operating safely.
• Carefully inspect the unit on a regular basis
and perform all maintenance as required.
• Service and maintain the unit only with
authorized or approved replacement parts.
• Keep all instructions permanently with the
unit and all decals/labels/notices on the unit
clean and visible.
• Do not override safety features.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS