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MiniCAFS 2.1A Operating Manual
GP/211/05 Issue 2. April 2005
©Hale Products Europe. Our policy is one of continuous development. We therefore
reserve the right to amend specifications without notice or obligation.
SAFETY - RELEVANT DATA
Thank you for purchasing a MiniCAFS unit.
MiniCAFS is designed to give safe and reliable service – however, BEFORE operation it is essential that
the Operating Instructions are carefully read and understood.
A risk-assessment of this equipment has been conducted with the following results:
MAINTENANCE
It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the equipment is maintained in a safe operational condition, as
per regulation 5 in the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.
TRAINING
It is ESSENTIAL the MiniCAFS is operated ONLY by TRAINED PERSONNEL. Manufacturer’s training can be
obtained on application to Hale Products Europe Ltd., Charles Street, Warwick CV34 5LR, England.
Tel: +44 (0)1926 623600.
To avoid injury, the operators should take all necessary precautions to safeguard themselves and others and
follow the operating procedures laid down in this book.
SAFETY POINTS
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DO NOT OPERATE the unit close to flammable materials or structures.
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DO NOT SMOKE while operating the unit
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Keep ALL UNTRAINED people AWAY from the unit during operation.
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PETROL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE and MUST be HANDLED WITH CARE.
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DO NOT REFUEL until the engine is cold.
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DO NOT refuel whist smoking or allow sparks or flames into the refuelling area.
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DO NOT OVERFILL the fuel tank. After refuelling, ENSURE that the fuel cap is refitted.
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Be careful NOT TO SPILL fuel.
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DO NOT run the engine in an enclosed area as poisonous gases are given off which can cause injury.
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DO NOT expose volatile fluids or battery gases to a naked flame.
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Avoid prolonged skin contact with fluids, especially if corrosive or carcinogenic.
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Protect the eyes as necessary.
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The exhaust system becomes VERY HOT during operation and REMAINS HOT for a time AFTER
the engine has been stopped. DO NOT TOUCH the exhaust whilst the engine is HOT.
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The starting system is powered by battery. ALWAYS connect the battery positive (+ve) cable BEFORE
the negative (-ve) and disconnect the negative BEFORE the positive.
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Disconnect the battery when working on the unit to avoid accidental starting.
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Batteries produce EXPLOSIVE GASES so do not expose to sources of heat and naked flames.
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DO NOT lift heavy weights without suitable assistance.
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DO NOT inhale fumes or gases.
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DO NOT remove protective guards or shields.
NOISE
When the unit is running, suitable EAR PROTECTION should be worn at all times by personnel.
