Multiquip MT70H - Manual (Page 6)

PAGE 6 — MT-70H — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #5 (03/01/01)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
CAUTION:
Failure to follow instructions in this manual
may lead to serious injury or even death!
This equipment is to be operated by trained
and qualified personnel only! This
equipment is for industrial use only.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the MT-70H Tamping Rammer:
GENERAL SAFETY
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DO NOT operate or service this equipment before
reading this entire manual.
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This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.
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NEVER operate this equipment without proper
protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed
boots and other protective devices required by the
job.
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NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling
well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
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NEVER operate this equipment under the
influence or drugs or alcohol.
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NEVER use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
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Manufacture does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.
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Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
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Always check the machine for loosened threads or bolts before
starting.
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Always refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
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Always use extreme caution when
working with flammable liquids. When
refueling, stop the engine and allow it
to cool. DO NOT smoke around or near
the machine. Fire or explosion could
result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled
on a hot engine.
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NEVER operate the rammer in an explosive atmosphere or
near combustible materials. An explosion or fire could result
causing severe
bodily harm or even death.
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NEVER touch the hot exhaust
manifold, muffler or cylinder.
Allow these parts to cool before
servicing engine or rammer.
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The engine section of this rammer requires an adequate
free flow of cooling air. Never operate the rammer in any
enclosed or narrow area where free flow of the air is
restricted. If the air flow is restricted it
will cause serious damage to the
rammer or engine and may cause
injury to people. Remember the
rammer's engine gives off DEADLY
carbon monoxide gas.
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High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before
adding fuel or performing service and maintenance
functions. Contact with
hot components can cause serious