Multiquip JTN - Manual (Page 10)

PAGE 10 — JTN RIDE-ON TROWEL— OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (08/03/067)
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the JTN ride-on trowel:
General Safety
■ DO NOT operate or service this equipment before reading
this entire manual.
■ This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.
■ DO NOT operate this trowel unless all guards and safety
devices are attached and in place.
■ ALWAYS check to make sure that the operating area is clear
before starting the engine.
■ ALWAYS test the
safety kill switch before operating the trowel .
■ NEVER place your feet inside the guard rings while starting
or operating this trowel.
■ ALWAYS keep clear of rotating or moving parts while
operating this trowel.
■ NEVER leave the trowel unattended while running.
■ NEVER modify the safety kill switch. It is design for operator
safety.
■ ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
■ 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 flames or sparks, or if fuel is spilled
on a hot engine.
■ Moving Parts - Shut down the engine and disconnect battery
before performing service or maintenance functions. Contact
with moving parts can cause serious injury.
■ When lifting of the trowel is required, a chain can be attached
to the lift loops, allowing a forklift or crane to lift the ride-on
trowel up onto a slab of concrete. The strap or chain should
have a minimum 2,000 pounds (1000-kg) lifting capacity and
the lifting gear must be capable of lifting at least this amount.
■ NEVER stand underneath the trowel when it is being lifted.
■ This ride-on trowel is very
heavy and awkward to move around.
Use proper heavy lifting procedures and DO NOT attempt to
lift the ride-on trowel by the
guard rings .
■ NEVER run engine without air filter. Severe engine damage
may occur.
■ ALWAYS service air filter frequently to prevent engine
malfunction.
■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety
precautions when operating the trowel.
■ ALWAYS store trowel properly when not in use.
■ DO NOT leave the trowel running unattended.
■ DO NOT allow unauthorized people to operate this trowel.
■ ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in
Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment.
■ Refer to the Briggs and Stratton or Honda Engine
Owner's Manual for engine technical questions or
information.
Transporting
■ ALWAYS shutdown engine before transporting.
■ Tighten fuel tank cap securely.
■ If the trowel is being transported via a trailer, make sure
trailer complies with all local and state safety
transportation laws. See “
Towing Safety Precautions”
for basic towing techniques in this manual.
JTN RIDE-ON TROWEL — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION