Multiquip MVH150VD2 - Manual (Page 9)

MVH150VD2 PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (10/10/08) — PAGE 9
SAFETY INFORMATION
BATTERY SAFETY (ELECTRIC START ONLY)
DANGER
DO NOT

drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
DO NOT  expose the battery to open fl ames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
fl ame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
ALWAYS  wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
Use well-insulated gloves when picking up

the battery.
ALWAYS  keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
DO NOT  charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode.
When frozen, warm the battery to at least 61°F (16°C).
ALWAYS

recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gases.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) 
comes into contact with clothing or skin,
rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into

contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
ALWAYS  disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the equipment.
ALWAYS  keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY
CAUTION
NEVER allow any person or animal to stand underneath

the equipment while lifting.
NOTICE
Before lifting, make sure that the equipment parts (hook 
and vibration insulator) are not damaged and screws are
not loose or missing.
Always make sure crane or lifi tng device has been 
properly secured to the lifting bail (hook) of the
equipment.
ALWAYS

shutdown engine before transporting.
NEVER  lift the equipment while the engine is running.
Tighten fuel tank cap securely and close fuel cock to 
prevent fuel from spilling.
Use adequate lifting cable (wire or rope) of suffi cient

strength.
Use one point suspension hook and lift straight

upwards.
DO NOT  lift machine to unnecessary heights.
ALWAYS  tie down equipment during transport by
securing the equipment with rope.
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
NOTICE
Dispose of hazardous waste properly.

Examples of potentially hazardous waste
are used motor oil, fuel and fuel fi lters.
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.