Multiquip STH - Manual (Page 8)

PAGE 8 — STH-10 FT. • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #5 (06/08/05)
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ High Temperatures – Allow the machine
and engine to cool before adding fuel or
performing service and maintenance
functions. Contact with
hot components can
cause serious burns.
Emergencies
■ Always know the location of the nearest
fire
extinguisher and first aid kit . Know the
location of the nearest telephone. Also know
the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department .
This information will be invaluable in the case
of an emergency.
Maintenance Safety
■ Disconnect the battery and spark plug wires before
attempting any type of service.
■ Securely support any machine components that must be
raised.
■ 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.
■ Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil
or debris on the machine.
■ 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.
Machine Safety Decals
The STH series Ride-on Power Trowel is equipped with a
number of safety decals. These decals are provided for
operator safety and maintenance information. Table 1 (Page
7) illustrates these decals as they appear on the machine.
Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements
can be obtained from your dealer.
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 and should not be regarded
as a toy.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the STH Ride-on Power 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 equipment unless all guards and safety
devices are attached and in place.
■ Always use proper heavy lifting techniques when moving
equipment. This ride-on trowel is very heavy. It should be
lifted only with a lifting device (i.e. crane, forklift, etc.) with a
lifting capacity of at least one ton.
■ Always check to make sure that the operating area is clear
before starting the engine.
■ Always test the safety kill switch before operating the
equipment.
■ NEVER place your feet inside the guard rings while starting
or operating this equipment.
■ NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots and other
protective devices required by the job. Avoid wearing jewelry
or loose fitting clothing that may snag on the controls or
moving parts, this can cause a serious injury.
■ Always keep clear of rotating or moving parts while operating
this equipment.
■ NEVER leave the machine unattended while running.
■ 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 before performing
service or maintenance functions. Contact with moving parts
can cause serious injury.