Portek Post Driver, Operator'S Handbook Manual

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READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
FULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE POST DRIVER
The Post Driver is a high-speed, driving power tool, special safety precautions must be
observed to reduce risk of personal injury. Read this manual carefully. Be familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the unit. Know how to shut if off quickly.
This graphic accompanied by the words WARNING and DANGER
highlights an act or a condition which can lead to SERIOUS INJURY
ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
Always TURN OFF ENGINE and make sure the Post Driver has stopped before cleaning,
removing or adjusting.
DISCONNECT spark plug lead before cleaning or essential maintenance to the Post Driver.
WARNING!
Never modify the Post Driver in any way.
Improper use of any Post Driver can cause SERIOUS OR FATAL PERSONAL INJURY.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this manual are as accurate as known
at the time of publication, but are subject to change without notice. Illustrations may include
optional equipment and accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
Proper safety precautions must be observed. Like all equipment this unit must be handled
carefully
DO NOT EXPOSE YOURSELF TO DANGER . Follow these general rules. Do not permit
others to use the Post Driver unless they are thoroughly responsible and have read, and
understand the machine manual and are trained in its operation.
Always wear hard hat, ear defenders and safety goggles for protection. Dress properly, do not
wear loose clothing or jewellery that could become caught in moving parts of the unit. Safe,
sturdy, steel toe cap non skid footwear should always be worn. Long hair should be tied back.
Legs and feet be covered to protect from flying debris during operation.
Before you start
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY CLOTHING IN CONJUNCTION WITH HAND, EYE, HEARING
AND FOOT PROTECTION TO HSE/EN SPECIFICATIONS - SEE PAGE 6