Multiquip MVH406DSY - Manual (Page 9)

MVH-406DSY PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (08/13/07) — PAGE 9
MVH-406DSY — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Maintenance Safety
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a
running machine.
■ ALWAYS allow the machine a proper amount of time to
cool before servicing.
■ Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
■ Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace
broken parts.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of
potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and
fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
■ DO NOT pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
■ NEVER disconnect any "emergency or safety devices".
These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection
of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even
death! Disconnection of any of these devices will void all
warranties.
Transporting
■ Always shutdown engine before transporting.
■ Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to prevent
fuel from spilling.
■ Drain fuel when transporting compactor over long distances
or bad roads.
■ Always tie-down the compactor during transportation by
securing the compactor's guard frame with an apporiate tie-
down.
Loading and Unloading
■ Before lifting, make sure that machine parts (hook and
vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are not
loosened or lost.
■ ALWAYS make sure crane or lifting device has been properly
secured to the lifting bale of compactor.
■ NEVER lift the machine while the engine is running.
■ Use a reliable chain, cable or strap of adequate lifting
capacity.
■ NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath the
machine while lifting.
■ Use a crane with a one point suspension hook and lift straight
upwards. or forklift to load and unload the compactor. A skilled
crane operator is required to perform the job.
■ ALWAYS use the lifting bale (Figure 1) on the machine
when lifting is required. DO NOT use any other part of the
machine for lifting.
■ ALWAYS lift the machine vertically.
■ Try not to lift machine to unnecessary heights.
Emergencies
■ ALWAYS know the location of the
nearest fire extinguisher .
Figure 18. Lifting the Compactor
■ ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
and first aid kit .
■ In emergencys always
know the location of the
nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site .
Also know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department . This
information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.