Multiquip STR46SPVG - Manual (Page 13)

STR46SPVG • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (07/09/07) — PAGE 13
STR46SPVG — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Battery
The battery contains acids that can cause injury to the eyes and
skin. To avoid eye irritation,
always wear safety glasses or face
shielding. Use well-insulated gloves when picking up the battery.
Use the following guidelines when handling the battery.
■ Use chock-blocks at each wheel when parked to prevent
trailer from rolling.
■ Use the trailer's swivel jack to adjust the trailer height to a
level position while parked.
■ Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause the trailer to
skid or jack-knife. Smooth, gradual starts and stops will
improve towing.
■ Avoid sharp turns.
■ Trailer should be adjusted to a level position at all times
when towing.
■ Raise and lock trailer wheel stand in the "UP" position when
transporting.
■ Safety towing regulations require to connect and test electric
brake operation and to secure portable power cables in cable
tray with tie wraps.
■ DO NOT drop the battery. Any impact to the battery may
cause it to explode.
■ DO NOT expose the battery to open flames,
sparks, lit cigarettes etc. The battery
contains combustible gases and liquids. If
these gases and liquids come in contact
with a flame or spark an explosion can occur.
■ ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the
battery is not charged, a buildup of
combustible gas will occur.
■ ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
■ ALWAYS disconnect the
negative battery terminal before
performing service on the equipment.
■
Inadequate battery connections may cause poor starting
of the trowel, and create other malfunctions.
■ ALWAYS recharge the battery in a vented air environment
to avoid risk of a dangerous concentration of combustible
gases.
■ DO NOT charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode. When
frozen, warm battery to at least 61°F (16°C).
■ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes in contact with
clothing or skin , rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
■ If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes in contact with
your eyes , rinse eyes immediately with plenty of water, then
contact the nearest doctor or hospital and seek medical
attention.
Conform to Safety Towing Regulations before transporting
trowel on public roads.
To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting the
equipment on public roads, always make sure the trailer that
supports the equipment and the towing vehicle are in good
operating condition and that both units are mechanically sound.
The following list of suggestions should be used when towing
your trowel:
■ Make sure the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are
rated equal to or greater than the trailer "gross vehicle weight
rating" (GVWR) of 6,000 lbs.
■ ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER
tow a trailer with defective hitches, couplings, chains, etc.
■ Check the tire air pressure on both towing vehicle and trailer.
Trailer tires should be inflated to 50 psi cold . Also check
the tire tread wear on both vehicles.
■ ALWAYS make sure the trailer is equipped with "Safety
Chains ".
■ ALWAYS attach trailer's safety chains to towing vehicle
properly.
■ ALWAYS make sure the vehicle and trailer directional,
backup, brake, and trailer lights are connected and working.
■ DO NOT exceed the recommended highway speed when
towing. Unless posted otherwise, do not exceed 45 MPH
highway, and 10 MPH off-road.
CAUTION - Transporting
Towing Safety Precautions