6
SAFETY ALERT
Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. They
mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is Involved!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit
and with proper operation procedures in this manual.
Understand the safety message. It contains important
information about personal safety on or near the unit.
NOTATIONS
NOTE:
General reference information for proper
operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT:
Specific procedures or information
required to prevent damage to unit or equipment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others.
Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to
unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor,
moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable
rules and laws in your area.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the
seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used
by someone other than original purchaser; loaned,
rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.
ALWAYS review the operators manual of any machine
to be controlled by radio remote control.
POSSIBLE SOURCES OF DANGER
This system makes remote control via radio signals
possible. However, the transmission of control
commands can take place around obstacles and out of
the operator’s direct sight. To prevent accidental
start-up and possible injury or damage:
1. Always engage the E-stop button and switch
"OFF" the transmitter when it is not in use.
Remove the key if the unit is placed any distance
away from the operator.
2. Disconnect the power supply before any
assembly, maintenance or repair work is done.
3. Never remove or alter any of the safety features
of this system.
OPERATION AND WORK AREA SAFETY
The work area must be free from obstacles, debris or
other tripping hazards. Avoid uneven work areas and
any rough terrain. Always be sure of your footing.
Be aware of overhead obstacles that may interfere with
machine operation.
PROTECTIVE FEATURES
This radio remote control system is equipped with
electronic and mechanical safety features. Processing
of control signals transmitted from other transmitters is
not possible, since transmission coding is unique to
each system.
These safety features help protect the operator, as well
as others within the work area. The machine functions
can be stopped by pushing the emergency stop button
on the transmitter (EMERGENCY STOP).
NOTE:
The E-stop command is initiated within
approximately 0.5 seconds (450 ms) after the switch is
turned to the "OFF" position.
TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY
1. Press the red "EMERGENCY STOP" pushbutton.
2. Turn the key to "OFF".
3. Wait for all moving machine parts to stop.
4. Refer to machine’s operator manual for further
instructions.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Always shut off power to the machine and the radio
remote control system before any assembly,
maintenance or repair.
DANGER:
IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
SAFETY
WARNING:
Accidental start-up can cause
serious injury or death. NEVER remove or
modify any safety feature.
