Harper TURBO VAC 60R, Operator'S Manual

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Turbo Vac TV60R
Specific Safety Guidelines
TV60RE
• Be sure to provide adequate ventila-
tion if the engine must be run indoors
– exhaust fumes are very dangerous.
• The Turbo Vac hydraulic system oper-
ates under high pressure. Be sure the
hydraulic system is disabled prior to
service.
• Periodically clean area around engine
to lessen the possibility of fire.
• The engine governor should not be
adjusted; any change can damage
moving parts and void warranty.
• Keep clothing and all body parts away
from rotating parts.
SAFETY WARNING!
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can
be highly explosive.
• Always use an approved container for
gasoline.
• Do not allow open flames or sparks
while performing maintenance or refu-
eling.
• Never remove the fuel tank cap or add
gasoline while the engine is running or
hot.
• Refer to the engine manual for addi-
tional information on gasoline.
SAFETY WARNING!
The battery on Turbo Vacs with electric
start can produce explosive gasses.
• Ventilate when charging battery or us-
ing in an enclosed space.
• DO NOT produce sparks from cable
clamps, tools, or other sources.
• DO NOT allow flames or smoking in the
vicinity of the battery.
• Shield eyes when working near battery.
TV60RH
• Avoid wearing loose clothing to pre-
vent it from getting caught in the PTO
drive.
• Keep clothing and all body parts away
from rotating parts.
• The pump stop bar must be properly
positioned to keep the hydraulic pump
from spinning with the PTO.
• The Turbo Vac hydraulic system oper-
ates under high pressure. Be sure the
hydraulic system is disabled prior to
service.
SAFETY WARNING!
Engage the tractor PTO at low engine
RPM when operating the TV60RH to
prevent premature failure of hydraulic
system components.
SAFETY WARNING!
HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD!
Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate skin and cause serious injury
or death.
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