Marshalltown SG87SH SURFACE SHARK Floor Grinder - Manual (Page 7)

SG87Sh SuRFACE ShARK FLooR GRINDER PAGE 7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROVIDE SOME COMMON SENSE GUIDES
TO PROMOTE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY
WITH THE FLOOR GRINDER. 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 GRINDER 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 DUSTS/BYPRODUCTS CREATED
FROM THE PROCESS ASSOCIATED WITH
THE OPERATION OF THE SURFACE GRINDER
CAN CONTAIN 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 GRINDER 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 Grinder is a 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 Grinder before being allowed to utilize it.
bEFoRE attempting to utilize this Floor Grinder, read
this operator Manual and the material supplied by the
engine/electric motor manufacturer to familiarize each
operator with its correct operating procedures. Avoid
the urge not to take the necessary time to read this
operator Manual before operating the Floor Grinder. Do
NoT oPERATE ThE FLooR GRINDER uNTIL EACh
oPERAToR CoMPLETELy CoMPREhENDS ThE
CoNTENTS oF ThIS MANuAL, ThE APPLICAbLE
SAFETy AND oPERATIoNAL INFoRMATIoN
vIDEo, APPLICAbLE SuPPLEMENTAL
I N F o R M A T I o N A N D T h E I N F o R M A T I o N
SuPPLIED by ThE ENGINE/ELECTRIC MoToR
MANuFACTuRER.
2) Develop a comprehensive program for the safe
operation of the Floor Grinder 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 Grinder 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 Grinder 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 Grinder,
contact the Customer Service Department for specific
information bEFoRE utilization. There is no charge for
this service. Do not operate the Floor Grinder without
the use of the original equipment v-belt guard. use of
the Floor Grinder without an approved belt guard can
lead to property damage and/or personal injury.
4) Minors should never be allowed to operate the Floor
Grinder. bystanders, especially children and animals,
should not be allowed in the area where the Floor
Grinder is in use. The grinding 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 discs, multi-
accessory attachments and flying particles.