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SECTION 1: SAFETY
VANAIR MANUFACTURING, INC.
(844) VAN-SERV • www.vanair.com
Cap•Start Hydraulic-Driven
12V/24V • Battery Starter • Charger
and clothing away from fans, drive shafts, and
other moving parts.
• DO NOT wear jewelry, unbuttoned cu ff s, ties,
or loose- fi tting clothing when you are working
near moving/rotating parts.
• ALWAYS con fi ne long hair when working near
moving/rotating parts.
• NEVER operate the equipment while wearing a
headset to listen to music or the radio.
• Wear personal protective equipment such as
gloves, work shoes, and eye and hearing pro-
tection as required for the task at hand.
• DO NOT operate the Cap•Start with any guards
removed or damaged, or other safety devices
inoperative.
• DO NOT operate the Cap•Start in enclosed or
con fi ned spaces where ventilation is restricted
or closed-o ff .
• Ensure that hoses connected to service valves
are fi tted with correctly sized and rated fl ow
limiting devices which comply with applicable
codes. Pressurized broken or disconnected
hoses can whip causing injuries or damage.
• Over speed is hazardous! NEVER tamper with
the governor components or settings to in-
crease the maximum speed. Severe personal
injury and equipment damage can result if op-
erated at speeds above the maximum.
• DO NOT use tools, hoses, or equipment that
have maximum ratings below that of this ma-
chine .
• Keep metal tools, and other conductive objects
away from live electrical components.
• Before performing maintenance or repair oper-
ations on the Cap•Start, ensure that all pow-
er has been removed and been locked out to
prevent accidental application.
• DO NOT assume that because the Cap•Start is
in a STOPPED condition that power has been
removed.
• Install, operate, and maintain this equipment in
full compliance with all applicable OSHA, oth-
er Federal, state, local codes, standards, and
regulations.
• When lifting objects, be aware of proper lifting
techniques to avoid injury.
• ALWAYS read and follow safety related pre-
cautions found on containers of hazardous
substances.
1.3.3 CAUTIONS
• Check all safety devices for proper operation
on a routine basis.
• Ensure that no tools, rags, or other objects are
left on machine drive systems or near intakes.
• Keep the equipment clean when performing
maintenance or service actions. Cover open-
ings to prevent contamination.
• DO NOT operate the Cap•Start if cooling air is
not available (fan/cooler not operating) or if
lubricant levels are below their speci
fi ed min-
imum levels.
• Ensure all plugs, hoses, connectors, covers,
and other parts removed for maintenance ac-
tions are replaced before applying power to
the Cap•Start.
• Avoid touching hot surfaces and components.
• Ensure that electrical wiring, terminals; hoses
and fi ttings are kept in serviceable condition
through routine inspections and maintenance.
Replace any damaged or worn components.
• DO NOT install safety devices and/or replace-
ment parts other than authorized Vanair
®
re-
placement parts.
• Keep personnel out of line with, and away from
discharge opening of valves, hoses and tools.
• Immediately clean up any lubricant or spills.
1.4 SAFETY DECALS
Safety decals are placed onto, or located near,
system components that can present a hazard to
operators or service personnel. All pertinent de-
cals listed in
Section 7.9, Decal Identi fi cation/
Location are located near a component, which is
subject to respect in terms of safety precautions.
Always heed the information noted on the safety
decals.