HHN 31V • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #5 (03/02/07) — PAGE 9
Moving the Ride-On Trowel
CAUTION:
This ride-on trowel is very
heavy
and
awkward to move around. Use proper heavy
lifting procedures and
DO NOT
attempt to lift
the ride-on trowel by the guard rings.
The easiest way to lift the ride-on trowel is to utilize the lift loops
that are welded to the frame. These lift loops are located to the
left and right sides of the operator’s seat (Figure 3, Page 11).
A strap or chain can be attached to these lift loops, allowing a
forklift or crane to lift the ride-on trowel up onto a slab of concrete.
The strap or chain should have a minimum 2,000 pounds (1000-
kg) lifting capacity and the lifting gear must be capable of lifting
at least this amount.
The HHN series Ride-on Power Trowel is designed to be moved
and handled several ways.
HHN-31V— RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
■
Disconnect the battery and spark plug wires before attempting
any type of service.
■
Securely support any machine components that must be
raised.
■
NEVER
lubricate components or attempt service on a running
machine.
■
Always allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
■
Keep the machinery in proper running condition.
■
Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil or
debris on the machine.
■
Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace
broken parts.
■
Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
■
DO NOT
use food or plastic containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
■
DO NOT
pour waste, oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the HHN Ride-on Power Trowel:
GENERAL SAFETY
■
DO NOT
operate this equipment unless all guards and safety
devices are attached and in place.
■
Always use proper heavy lifting techniques when moving
equipment. This ride-on trowel is very heavy. It should be
lifted only with a lifting device (i.e. crane, forklift, etc.) with a
lifting capacity of at least one ton.
■
Always check to make sure that the operating area is clear
before starting the engine.
■
Always test the safety kill switch before operating the
equipment.
■
NEVER
place your feet inside the guard rings while starting
or operating this equipment.
■
Always keep clear of rotating or moving parts while operating
this equipment.
■
NEVER
leave the machine
unattended
while running.
■
Always refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
■
Moving Parts
- Shut down the engine and disconnect battery
before performing service or maintenance functions. Contact
with moving parts can cause serious injury.
CAUTION:
Temperatures
■
High Temperatures
– Allow the machine
and engine to cool before adding fuel or
performing service and maintenance functions.
Contact with
hot
components can cause
serious burns.
Emergencies
■
Always know the location of the nearest
fire
extinguisher
and
first aid kit.
Know the
location of the nearest telephone. Also know
the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance
,
doctor
and
fire department
. This information
will be invaluable in the case of an emergency.
CAUTION:
