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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTENDED USE:
This machine is intended to be used for the sole purpose of applying
Asphalt
“Tack” products at elevated temperature. Any other use of this equipment voids the
manufacturer’s warranty and is the sole responsibility of the owner/user should damage or
injuries occur.
DO NOT OPERATE KETTLE BEFORE READING THESE
WARNINGS!
Never overheat the material. Check material manufacturer’s recommendation.
Make certain all water is removed from vat before heating.
Do not mix material products of different types, grades or manufacturers.
Wear proper attire: Hard hat with face shield, long cotton shirt, buttoned at the cuff, long
pants without cuffs, gloves (cotton or leather) that cover your wrist and fit snug at cuff,
and high top safety shoes.
Avoid putting head or hands into the material tank while unit is hot or in operation.
Check all hoses, fittings and valves for leaks before starting burners.
Have a fully charged dry chemical or CO2 fire extinguisher at the kettle site at all times.
Be prepared to use it. Keep flammables away from kettle.
Never operate torches without pressure regulator and gauge.
IN CASE OF A FIRE, CLOSE MANHOLE. Never throw water on a kettle fire. Shut off the
valve at tank. Use fire extinguisher on any flames outside the vat to prevent the spread
of fire. If fire threatens to spread, call the fire department. PREVENTION: Clean kettle
twice a year and monitor temperatures per instructions to avoid kettle fires.
Never leave the kettle unattended during operation.
Lock the draincock when left unattended. Do not pump material below the flues.
Keep hands away from moving parts on the pump system.
Handle gasoline with extreme care. Store gasoline in a safe place. Refuel kettle engine
when kettle is cold if possible. Auto ignition temperature for gasoline is 500 degrees F.
To refuel a hot kettle, shut off engine and burners and allow to cool at least 5 minuets.
Close the kettle manhole. Fill the fuel tank with a funnel. Wipe up all spills with a clean
cloth; put fuel away in a safe place. Restart engine and burners.
Make sure safety chains and hitch are securely attached. The Cimline Tack Kettle meets
all federal requirements for brakes, lights and minimum stopping distances. Check local
requirements to ensure conformance to local standards.
Do not tow kettle at speeds over 45 MPH.
