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PAGE 10 — MVH-200DA PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/21/05)
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ALWAYS
refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks
and open flames.
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ALWAYS
use extreme caution when working with
flammable
liquids. When refueling,
stop the
engine and allow it to cool.
DO NOT
smoke around or near the machine. Fire or explosion
could result from fuel vapors, or if fuel is spilled on a hot
engine.
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NEVER
operate the equipment in an
explosive
atmosphere
or near
combustible materials. An explosion or fire
could result causing severe
bodily harm
or even death
.
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Topping-off to filler port is dangerous, as it
tends to spill fuel.
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Refer to the
Engine Owner's Manual
for engine technical
questions or information.
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NEVER
use accessories or attachments, which are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to
the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
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Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident
due to equipment modifications.
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NEVER
touch the hot exhaust manifold,
muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool
before servicing engine or pump.
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The engine of this pump
requires an adequate
free flow of cooling air.
NEVER!
operate the
compactor in any
enclosed or narrow area
where free flow of the air
is restricted. If the air flow
is restricted it will cause
serious damage to the
compactor or engine and may cause injury to people and
property. Remember the engine gives off
DEADLY
gases.
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High Temperatures
– Allow the engine
to cool before adding fuel or performing service and
maintenance functions. Contact with
hot components can
cause serious burns.
The following safety guidelines should always be used when
operating the
compactor
:
GENERAL SAFETY
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DO NOT
operate or service this equipment before
reading this entire manual.
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This equipment should not be operated by persons under 18
years of age.
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NEVER
operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, steel-toed boots and other
protective devices required by the job.
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NEVER
operate this equipment when not feeling
well due to fatigue, illness or taking medicine.
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NEVER
operate this equipment under the influence or drugs or
alcohol.
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Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become difficult read.
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ALWAYS
check the machine for loosened threads or bolts
before starting.
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ALWAYS
wear proper respiratory (mask) hearing and eye
protection equipment when operating the pump.
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to
serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be
operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This
equipment is for industrial use only.
MVH-200DA — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION