Weber mt TRC 66, Operating And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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TRC66-86 *** 4
General Safety Instructions
Designated Use
Trench compactors are only allowed to be operated in accordance with their designated use, whereby the operating and
maintenance instructions, the directives*, the generally accepted safety and traffic rules and the regulations of the individual
countries of use must be followed.
The compactor has been exclusively designed for the compaction of:
- topsoil
- gravel
- crushed aggregates
- cohesive and heavy cohesive soil in earthwork and trench construction.
Any other use of the trench compactor is considered contrary to its designated use. The company operating the compactor
bears the sole responsibility for any misuse of the machine.
Improper Use
The trench compactor is not allowed to be used for transporting or towing loads. Passengers are not allowed to ride on
the trench compactor.
Operation with Radio Remote Control (Option)
Operating the machine by remote control is only allowed as long as the machine is completely in the operator's field of
vision. Remote control is forbidden if the machine comes out of sight. The personnel must have been or must be
instructed in the proper use of a machine operated by radio remote control.
Driving Permission
Only trustworthy persons, who are aged at least 18 years, are allowed to handle compactors. They must have been properly
trained in the operation and maintenance of the compactor by the employer or his authorized representative.
Protective Equipment
When operating the compactor described in this operation and maintenance manual, the noise level at the operator's ear may
exceed 90 dB(A). The German noise protection regulations (BGV-B3) require the operator to wear personal ear protectors
in case of noise levels of 90 dB(A) and more.
Additionally, a safety helmet and safety shoes belong to the protective equipment.
*) "Richtlinien für Straßenwalzen und Bodenverdichter" (Directives for road and soil compactors), published by the
"Berufsgenossenschaft" (German Employers' liability insurance association), order number ZH 1/530. Since Januar 1,
1995 replaced by DIN EN 500, available from Beuth Publishers.