GT18B01-B02
User
Manual ◄ 5
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the equipment.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re-
view them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional
precautions relating to the specific work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided on page 5.
In addition to this manual, read and understand safety
and operating instructions in the Engine Operation
Manual furnished with the power unit.
The Hydraulic Power Unit will provide safe and de-
pendable service if operated in accordance with the
instructions given in this manual. Read and understand
this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the
Power Unit. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
• Operator must start in a work area without bystand
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ers. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited
work areas such as excessive slopes and dangerous
terrain conditions.
• Establish a training program for all operators to en
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sure safe operation.
• Do not operate the power unit unless thoroughly
trained or under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear,
head protection, and safety shoes at all times when
operating the power unit and a hydraulic tool.
• Do not inspect or clean the power unit while it is
running. Accidental engagement of the unit can cause
serious injury.
• Always use hoses and fittings rated at 2500 psi/172
bar with a 4 to 1 safety factor. Be sure all hose connec-
tions are tight.
• Be sure all hoses are connected for correct flow
direction to and from the tool being used.
• Do not inspect hoses and fittings for leaks by using
bare hands. “Pin-hole” leaks can penetrate the skin.
• NEVER OPERATE THE POWER UNIT IN A
CLOSED SPACE. Inhalation of engine exhaust can be
fatal.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted
power unit.
• Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in
the working parts of the power unit.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the working
parts of the power unit.
• Keep clear of hot engine exhaust.
• Do not add fuel to the power unit while the power unit
is running or is still hot.
• Do not operate the power unit if gasoline odor is
present.
• Do not use flammable solvents around the power unit
engine.
• Do not operate the power unit within 3.3 ft/1 m of
buildings, obstructions or flammable objects.
• Do not reverse tool rotation direction by changing
fluid flow direction.
• Allow power unit engine to cool before storing in an
enclosed space.
• Always keep critical tool markings, such as labels
and warning stickers legible.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all
tool repair, maintenance and service must only be per-
formed by authorized and properly trained personnel.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
