allen MSP455, Operations & Parts Manual

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052793 - 03/2013
SECTION 1
SAFETY
Page 1-10
● ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous con-
centration 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.
● 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.
● Side slope operation is not permitted.
● Walk around the riding trowel before starting it to see if any items are worn, damaged, leaking, etc.
that may make the riding trowel dangerous to operate.
● Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. If necessary, make repairs before restarting.
● ALWAYS check that all controls are functioning properly immediately after start-up!
● DO NOT operate machine unless all controls operate correctly.
General Safety (cont’d)