Superabrasive
Owner’s Manual Original Language – Lavina
®
32G-X/GTX
7/2019
8
HAZARD COMMUNICATION
A Material Safety Data Sheet for propane
shall be posted in all buildings where propane
will be used
.
Because propane is odorized, it is easily detected at
levels of just a few parts per million, which is much less
than the exposure limit of 1000 parts per million.
If you smell propane while operating a propane floor
care machine, do the following:
Stop the engine
:
1.
Pull the throttle to the stop position (if present) or
turn the key switch to the off position.
2.
Shut off the service valve on the propane
cylinder.
3.
Move the floor machine to a well-ventilated area.
4.
Remove the cylinder from the machine and take it
outside the building.
5.
If the cylinder is leaking, contact a DOT approved
repair shop to determine the cause of the leak
and have the shop, not you, repair it.
If a fire occurs while the machine is being operated,
do the following:
1.
Stop the engine: pull the throttle to the stop
position (if present) or turn the key switch to the
off position.
2.
Shut off the service valve on the propane cylinder
if possible. Be careful not to be burned.
3.
Move the machine outside if possible. If not
possible, move it to a well-ventilated area away
from flammable materials.
4.
Do not attempt to extinguish the flame from a gas
leak. If you do, the gas will build up in the area
and could re-ignite. Starve the fire by shutting off
the supply of gas.
5.
Have the machine and cylinder inspected before
using them again.
LOCAL AGENCIES AND
REGULATIONS
NFPA
Operating a propane powered floor care machine
requires compliance with certain safety regulations. The
National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standard for
Storage and Handling of LP Gas is the appropriate
authority for safe propane use. A copy of this publication
is available through the NPFA in Quincy, MA (1-800-334-
3555).
Among its regulations, NFPA #58 requires that all
personnel employed in the handling of propane gas be
trained in its proper handling and operating procedures. It
also requires them to carry a written certification from
their employer or training supervisor to attest to such
training. Although this is directed mainly to those who fill
and transport liquid propane gas, Onyx Environmental
Solutions recommends that operators of propane
powered floor care machines in public places be trained
and certified as well.
With regard to operation of propane powered floor care
equipment, even though NFPA 58 8-
4.5 says “these
machines shall be permitted to be used in buildings
frequented by the public, including the times when such
buildings are occupied by
the public,” Onyx
Environmental Solutions suggests usage when occupancy
of a given work area is minimal.
CARB / EPA
The California Air Resource Board (CARB) and
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) also set limits for
propane-powered engines used outdoors, but CARB/EPA
approval does not signify that the engine is safe to use
indoors.
CGA
The Canadian Gas Association (CGA) has set a limit of
1500 ppm CO in exhaust flow.
OSHA
For propane powered machines used indoors, the
Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
has established a limit of 50 ppm CO for 8-hour time
weighted average (TWA) in ambient air and is considering
a limit of 800 ppm CO in exhaust flow.
DOT
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has established
regulations regarding the safety of fuel cylinders including
the ones used on propane powered floor care machines.
Local Agencies
Local law enforcement agencies such as the local Fire
Marshall also rely on independent testing labs such as UL
and CGA before giving their approval of the use of some
equipment. These labs thoroughly test equipment and
submit their stamp of approval only after rigorous testing.
While not being required by all law enforcement agencies,
the stamp of approval by these agencies further assures
the operator that he or she is working with and around
safe equipment.
NOTE
: In order to reduce all consequences of the above-
mentioned risks, we advise that machine operators will
follow the instructions in the manual at all times.
RESIDUAL RISKS
During the normal operating and maintenance cycles, the
operator is exposed to few residual risks, which cannot be
eliminated due to the nature of the operations.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Working area must be clear from any debris or objects.
A first-time operator must always read the manual and pay
attention to all safety instructions.
All propane connections and cables must be inspected for
potential damages.
Ground wire system of the power supply must be also
inspected.
Perform general daily inspections of the machine and
inspect the machine before each use.
Always inspect the safety devices:
The emergency break must be clear and working
The tool protector must be working
The machine must be clean
Never operate the machine in the rain!
Confirm that there are no missing parts especially after
transportation, repair or maintenance.
Before filling the water tank with water make sure the
machine is not working and the main switch is turned off.
Before turning on the machine make sure that the base is
placed on the floor, the machine MUST NOT be in an
upright position when turned on!
