1A
OPERATIONS
1.1 Safety Notes
This manual contains NOTES, CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS which must be followed to reduce the
possibility of improper service damage to the equipment or personal injury. Carefully read and follow all NOTES,
CAUTIONS, WARNINGS and DANGERS included in this manual.
NOTE
Contains additional information important to a procedure.
CAUTION
Provides information important to prevent errors which could damage machine or components.
WARNING
Warns of conditions or practices which
could
lead to personal injury or death.
DANGER
Warns of conditions or practices which
will
lead to personal injury or death.
1.2 Operating Safety
Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this equipment! Equipment operated
improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous! Read the operating instructions contained in both this
manual and the engine manual and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all controls.
Safety Precautions
1. Read operating and safety instructions before using the Riding Trowel. Operate the machine in accordance with
the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Inspect your Riding Trowel for damage or tampering that can sometimes occur during shipping.
3.
If damage is found file a claim with your carrier immediately! Mark freight bill of lading as damaged
shipment.
4.
Do not
operate Riding Trowel if any guards have been removed or if the "safety switch" is not operational.
5. Only trained personnel should be allowed to operate your Riding Trowel.
6.
Never
allow more than one person on the Riding Trowel while it is in operation and the operator must always
be sitting in the seat while the machine is in operation.
7. No foreign objects such as buckets, tools or materials should ever be attached or allowed to ride on the trowel
during operation.
8.
Do not
attempt to fill fuel tank or oil sump while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
9.
Never
attempt to operate the Riding Trowel on steep inclined surfaces.
10.
Do not
use over the counter hardware to replace manufacturer's hardware.
11.
DANGER: When operating machines with gas engines in confined areas. The fumes MUST be
ventilated!
12.
Always
wear safety goggles, ear protection, a hard hat and gloves when operating the Riding Trowel.
13.
Never
tamper with the factory settings of the engine or any other components. Personal injury and damage
to the engine or equipment can result if operating in ranges above maximum allowable.
14.
Always
know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Also have available the phone num-
bers of emergency personnel on hand. In case of emergency this information is critical.
15.
Never
disconnect or disable the safety switch. It is provided for the operator’s safety and serious injury could
occur if this device is tampered with.
