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CR5560 / CR5570 / CR5585 R02
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLATE COMPACTORS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plate compactors must only be operated by person who:
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is at least 18 years old;
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is physically and mentally fit for this job;
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may be expected to carry out the job he’s charged with carefully.
The employer must directly assign people who guide plate compactor.
2. Plate compactors must only be used for compaction jobs observing safety and operating
instructions.
3. People who work with plate compactors must know everything regarding safety
instructions.
4. Always wear appropriate protective clothes (ear protections, gloves, protecting shoes and
helmet).
OPERATION
1. When You use recoil starter it is important to stand in a proper position near to the engine
and to hold tight the handle.
WARNING
Pull hand crank until it starts, in order to avoid counterblows.
2. Do not alterate the operation devices of the plate compactor.
3. Do not leave control elements during compaction.
4. Store the compactor in a safe place out of the reach of children.
5. Always refill fuel tank when the engine is stopped. Do not allow fuel to come into contact
with the hot parts of the compactor.
6. Do not smoke near the machine. Do not run the engine near open flames.
7. Always check fuel tank cap. If there is a fuel cock, shut it off when the machine is stopped.
WARNING
If fuel tank leaks, replace it immediately: Do not run the machine if fuel tank
leaks.
8. Do not use the compactor in places where there are gaseous exhalations.
9. Do not use the machine indoors or in an enclosed area unless inadequate ventilation.
10. Always wear appropriate protective clothes.
11. When the work area is near slopes, the compactor could turn over.
12. When you use compactor in reverse and in a narrow place, the operator must be
sideways from the handle in order to avoid stumbling.
13. Always operate in safe conditions in order to avoid accidents.
14. Always operate in maximum stability conditions.
15. Use transport wheels only for movements in yard. In all the other situations are to be
removed.
SAFETY
1. Plate compactors have to be used observing all safety regulations.
2. Always check all controls and safety devices.
3. If there are any problems, stop immediately the machine and inform the person
responsible of the yard.
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