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SAFETY SECTION 1
DD-29/31HF/38HF Vibratory Asphalt Compactors 1-5
NEVER provide service or maintenance to the machine unless the drum and wheels are
adequately chocked, articulation lock bar/pin is in locked position, and parking brake is
applied.
NEVER make any modifications to the machine which might affect safety without the
manufacturer’s approval. This applies to the installation and adjustment of safety devices and
valves as well as to welding work on load bearing elements.
ALWAYS ADHERE to prescribed intervals or those specified in the operating instructions for
routine checks and inspections.
PRE-START INSPECTION
INSPECT your compactor daily. Ensure that the routine maintenance and lubrication are being
dutifully performed. Have any malfunctioning, broken, or missing parts repaired or replaced
before use (see the Maintenance Schedule located in Section 5 of this manual).
VERIFY that all instruction and safety labels are in place and readable. These are as important
as any other equipment on the compactor. Refer to the decal location drawing in Section 1 in
this manual.
NEVER fill the fuel tank with the engine running, while near an open flame, or while smoking.
ALWAYS wipe up any spilled fuel.
CHECK for any maintenance and repair WARNING tags placed on the compactor by
maintenance personnel. DO NOT operate the compactor until repairs have been made and
the WARNING tags have been removed by authorized personnel.
CLEAN any foreign material from the operator’s platform to reduce the danger of slipping.
KNOW the location of the Emergency Shut-Down Control.
ALWAYS know the capabilities and limitations of your equipment-speed, gradeability,
steering, and braking.
BE AWARE of the dimensions of your compactor-height and weight-as well as your
transporter dimensions and weight. Refer to illustrations included in this manual.
CHECK for any operating conditions that could be dangerous-such as holes, banks,
underground culverts, manhole covers, water meter pits, curb and/or street boxes.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING OPERATION
AVOID any operational mode or procedure that might sacrifice safety.
TAKE all necessary precautions to ensure that the machine is used only when in a safe and
reliable condition.
OPERATE the machine only if all protective and safety oriented devices, such as removable
safety devices, emergency shut OFF equipment, soundproofing elements and exhausts, are
in place and fully functional.