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Operate the device in driving conditions at a speed suffi-
cient to bring the device to a safe stop.
Carry out starts, stops, rotations or turns in a gentle man-
ner so as not to shift the load and / or overturn the powered
floor cleaner.
Do not perform stunt rides or mischief.
Reduce the travel speed on wet and slippery floors.
Before driving over a slatted frame or a bridge plate, make
sure that it is properly secured. Drive carefully and slowly
over the slatted frame or bridge plate and never exceed
the load-bearing capacity.
Do not drive the powered floor cleaner into an elevator un-
less expressly authorized. Drive slowly towards the eleva-
tor and then enter immediately after the elevator car has
been properly leveled. As soon as you are in the elevator,
put the control elements in neutral, switch off the power
and apply the brakes. It is advisable that everyone else ex-
its the elevator before the powered floor cleaner is allowed
to enter or exit the elevator.
When cornering, reduce your speed to a safe level that is
compatible with the operating environment. Take the
curves gently. Except when maneuvering at very low
speed, turn the steering moderately and smoothly.
The operation of a powered floor cleaner requires special
safety aspects such as the following:
1 A powered floor cleaner can tip over if an operator does
not slow down to a safe speed before cornering. Signs
that a truck is being driven at excessive speed during
turning maneuvers include:
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Skidding of the tires
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Device sliding away
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Lifting of the wheels and
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The need to firmly grip the steering wheel so as not to
slip out of the seat
2 The chance of a side tipping is increased under any of
the following conditions or a combination thereof:
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Driving on an uneven surface
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Driving at excessive speed
3 Tipping forward can occur and its likelihood is increased
under the following conditions or a combination thereof:
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The operator should stay with the powered floor
cleaner if it falls off a loading ramp or ramp. The oper-
ator should hold on tight and lean away from the point
of impact.
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If the environment presents a serious hazard or other
abnormal operating conditions exist, the user may
need to use different and / or additional safety precau-
tions and special operating instructions as appropriate
for the conditions.
Maintenance of the device by the operator
At the beginning of each shift and before operating the
powered floor cleaner, its condition must be checked, pay-
ing particular attention to the following:
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Condition of tires
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Check the tire pressure for pneumatic tires
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Warning and safety devices
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Lights
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Battery
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Controls
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Lifting and tipping systems
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Chains and cables
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Limit switches
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Brakes
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Steering mechanism
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Additional items or special equipment as specified by
the user and / or manufacturer
If it is determined that the device is in need of repair, is in
any way unsafe or contributes to an unsafe condition, the
matter must be reported immediately to the user-designat-
ed authority and the device must not be put into service un-
til it has been returned to a safe operating condition.
If the device becomes unsafe in any way during operation,
the matter must be reported immediately to the authority
designated by the user, and the device must not be put into
service until it has been returned to a safe operating con-
dition.
Do not make any repairs or adjustments unless expressly
authorized.
Do not use an open flame when checking the electrolyte
level in batteries.
MAINTENANCE AND RESTORATION
ACTIVITIES
Operation of the device can be dangerous if maintenance
is neglected or repairs, modifications or adjustments are
not carried out in accordance with the manufacturer's de-
sign criteria. Therefore, maintenance facilities (on-site or
off-site), trained personnel, and detailed procedures
should be provided.
Parts manuals and maintenance manuals are available
from the manufacturer of the powered floor cleaner.
In unusual cases that are not dealt with in the above man-
uals, contact the manufacturer of the powered floor clean-
er. Maintenance and inspection of the device must be
performed in accordance with the following practices:
1 A scheduled maintenance, lubrication and inspection
system must be observed. Consult the manufacturer's
recommendations.
2 Only trained and authorized personnel may maintain,
repair, adjust and inspect the device in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
When lifting a powered floor cleaner for repair or inspec-
tion, the device must be lifted safely and stably. Removing
components such as counterweights or posts changes the
center of gravity and can lead to an unstable condition.
Before starting the inspection and repair of the powered
floor cleaner:
1 Raise the drive wheels off the ground, disconnect the
battery, and use wheel chocks or other secure truck po-
sitioning device.
2 Block the chassis before working on it.
3 Disconnect the battery before working on the electrical
system.
4 The charging plug may only be connected to the battery
connection and never to the unit plug.
Operation of the powered floor cleaner to test the perfor-
mance must be carried out in an approved area having a
safe clearance.
1 Before initial startup:
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Be in the operating position.
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Apply the brake.
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Set the direction controller to the neutral position.
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Set the switch to the "ON" position.
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Check the function of the lifting and tilting systems,
steering, warning devices and brakes.
2 Before leaving the unit:
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Stop the device.
