FLOOR SWEEPER
DUSTY 1100 ET
with electric battery-powered motor
DUSTY 1100 ET PLUS
with electric battery-powered motor
and semi-automatic emptying
DUSTY 1100 STH
with petrol-fuelled engine
DUSTY 1100 STH PLUS
with petrol-fuelled engine and
semi-automatic emptying
1
Using the manual
1.1
Using the manual
This manual has been written by the Manufacturer and is an integral
part of the machine. The manual for the FLOOR SWEEPER (with
petrol engine or electric motor) is intended for the end user. It
includes a description of how to use the machine and its technical
specification. The user must be aware of this information as it
enables the machine to be used safely, with knowledge of its
operating principles and limits. It also contains information on
transport, handling, starting up, adjustment, assembly, maintenance
and, finally, dismantling of the machine.
1.2
Keeping the manual
The manual must be kept carefully throughout the useful life of the
machine, including during disposal. The manual must be kept in a
suitable location near the machine and must always be available for
qualified personnel and the operator. Please note that the manual
reflects the technical situation at the moment in which the machine is put
on sale and may not be considered inappropriate in the case of
updating. The Manufacturer reserves the right to modify products and
the manual at any moment without being obliged to update previous
products and manuals, unless the modifications concern a risk to the
health and safety of people and animals or damage to things.
Photocopies must always be produced from the original of the manual
as reproduction from copies could reduce the clarity of images and thus
the information.
2
General safeguards
2.1
Working in complete safety
The safety instructions contained in this use and maintenance
manual cover the various operations which may be performed on
the machine. Safety symbols are included in the text at points which
require particular attention. It is extremely important to follow these
safety instructions at all times. Failure to do so could cause injury to
persons and/or damage to the machine or other equipment. In
consideration of this, a number of fundamental safety instructions
are given below:
•
Please read and make sure you understand this
section of safety instructions before installing,
operating, carrying out maintenance on or repairing
the machine.
•
Read and follow the safety instructions contained in
the text with reference to specific operations.
•
Where necessary, always wear personal protection
devices (P.P.D.), such as goggles, gloves, safety
footwear, etc.
•
Be aware of and respect the safety instructions in
this manual, general accident prevention rules and
safety regulations.
2.2
Safety signs
The symbols given below are adopted in the use and maintenance
manual to draw attention to the corresponding information. The
symbols are used to warn personnel of danger or possible sources
of danger. Make sure you understand them. Failure to pay attention
to the symbols could result in personal injury, death and/or damage
to the machine or equipment. The warnings may be of three types
as described in the table below:
A triangle with a border
Danger sign
Indicates instructions relating to actual or
possible dangers
A circle with a diagonal bar
Prohibition sign
Indicates instructions relating to prohibited
actions.
Solid circle
Obligation sign
Indicates information which must be read
and respected.
Depending on the information to be communicated, the warnings
may contain symbols which, through an association of ideas, help
understand the type of danger, prohibition or obligation.
2.3
Danger signs
Generic danger.
This sign is used to draw attention to
dangerous situations which could result in damage to
persons, animals and things. Failure to respect the
instructions associated with the sign could be dangerous.
Danger of explosion and/or fire
This sign is used to draw attention to a risk of explosion
and/or fire. Failure to respect the instructions associated
with the warning may result in explosion and/or fire.
2.4
Sign of prohibition
Generic prohibition.
This sign is used to draw attention to
certain manoeuvres, operations or behaviours which are
prohibited. Failure to respect the prohibitions associated with
this sign could result in damage to things, animals and
people.
2.5
Sign of obligation
Generic obligation
. This warning is used to draw attention to
instructions which must be respected by the operator. Failure to
respect the instructions associated with the sign could be
dangerous.
Obligation to use particular P.P.D.
. This warning is
used to draw attention to the obligation to use particular
personal protection devices while carrying out the
operations. Failure to respect the instructions associated
with this sign could result in serious damage or the death
of the operator.
Obligation to use suitable eye protection, hand
protection and garments.
IMPORTANT - Failure to know and respect the signs
and warnings could result in personal injury, death
and/or damage to the machine or equipment.
2.6
Physical and intellectual requisites of the
operator
No special qualification is required to use this machine. The
operator needs to read this manual only. The operator must be
intellectually capable of understanding and correctly applying the
instructions and safety regulations contained in this manual and on
the machine itself in written and symbolic form. He must be capable,
including physically, of performing the required operations on the
machine and of using it and performing maintenance in safety. The
machine must be used by authorised operators only, instructed in its
use and having read the manual.
IMPORTANT! The operator or user is responsible for
accidents and danger to third parties or their
possessions.
The operator may not operate the machine under the
influence of substances (alcohol or medicinal
products) which could reduce the normal level of
attention or perception or lead to slow reaction times.
