Marshalltown FCS86 SURFACE SHARK Floor Stripper - Manual (Page 7)

FCS86 SuRFACE ShARK™ FLooR STRIPPER PAgE 7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PROVIDE SOME COMMON SENSE GUIDES
TO PROMOTE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY
WITH THE FLOOR STRIPPER. NO
W A R R A N T Y , G U A R A N T E E O R
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
P R A C T I C E S A N D C O N D I T I O N S
ENCOUNTERED IN THE USE OF THE FLOOR
STRIPPER 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 FROM THE
C O V E R I N G R E M O V A L P R O C E S S
ASSOCIATED WITH THE OPERATION OF
THE FLOOR STRIPPER CAN CONTAIN
CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH
DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE
HARM. THIS STATEMENT IS MADE IN
C O M P L I A N C E T O C A L I F O R N I A
PROPOSITION 65.
INCORRECT USE OF THE FLOOR STRIPPER
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) The Floor Stripper 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 the Floor Stripper
before being allowed to utilize it. bEFoRE attempting
to utilize the Floor Stripper, read this operator’s
Manual, and view the applicable Safety and
operational Information video Tape 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 Stripper. Do NoT oPERATE ThE FLooR
STRIPPER uNTIL EACh oPERAToR CoMPLETELy
CoMPREhENDS ThE CoNTENTS oF ThIS
MANuAL AND APPLICAbLE SuPPLEMENTAL
INFoRMATIoN.
2) Develop a comprehensive program for the safe
operation of the Floor Stripper 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 Stripper
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 Stripper 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 Stripper, contact the Customer Service
Department for specific information bEFoRE
utilization. There is no charge for this service.
4) Minors should never be allowed to operate the
Floor Stripper. bystanders, especially children and
animals, should not be allowed in the area where the
Floor Stripper is in use. The covering removal
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
while equipment is in operation.
5) operators must be in proper 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
Stripper is strenuous. If you have any condition that
might be aggravated by strenuous work, check with
your doctor bEFoRE operating the Floor Stripper.
guard against the possibility of back related injuries.
Always lift the Floor Stripper with leg muscles and not
with the back.
6) Prolonged use of the Floor Stripper (or other,
similar machines) exposes the operator to vibrations
which may produce Whitefinger Disease (Raynaud’s
Phenomenon). This phenomenon reduces the hand’s
ability to feel and regulate temperature, produces
numbness and burning sensations and may cause