Stone HM1290, Operator'S Manual

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Health and Safety
Warning-Hot Surfaces
· Avoid contact with hot exhaust system and engines.
· Allow engine to cool before performing any repairs or service.
Warning-Ventilation
· Never operate any gas powered mixer in a poorly ventilated or
enclosed area.
· Avoid prolonged breathing of exhaust gases.
Warning-Hydraulic Fluids
· Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can have sufficient force
to penetrate the skin, causing serious personal injury.
· Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure from a very small hole can
be almost invisible . Use a piece of cardboard or wood to search
for possible leaks.
· Never use your hands to detect pressure leaks.
· Hydraulic tank temperature can reach 180 degrees F.
Warning-Eye Protection
· Always wear splash goggles when operating mixer.
Warning-Towing
· Warning: Do not tow the mixer with the drum in the dump posi-
tion. Mixer may become unstable and tip over when hitting a curb,
pothole, or other obstruction.
· Warning: Always properly attach safety chains before mixer is
towed. Maximum towing speed 65 m.p.h. (105 km/hr). Reduce
speed according to highway conditions.
Safety Precautions