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OPERATOR PREPARATION
READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY.
WARNING! AN UNINFORMED OR UNTRAINED OPERATOR CAN SUBJECT HIMSELF AND
OTHERS TO SEVERE DANGER!
WARNING! NEVER ALLOW AN UNTRAINED PERSON TO OPERATE THIS KETTLE!
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM THEIR ACTIONS
WARNING! WEARING IMPROPER OR INADEQUATE CLOTHING NOT SPECIFIED BELOW
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IN CASE MATERIAL SPLASHES OR IS SPRAYED ON OR
AT THE OPERATOR.
Be dressed for the job:
Wear a long-sleeved shirt, buttoned at the cuffs.
Wear long pants without cuffs.
Wear gloves, snug fitting at the cuffs.
Wear heavy shoes with high tops
Wear hard hat with face shield attachment. Face shield must be in place while operating kettle.
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EQUIPMENT AND WORKSITE PREPARATION
Pre-operation checklist:
Check all LP valves, hoses and attachments carefully. Make sure there are no gas leaks.
Remove all debris from inside the kettle.
Have a CO2 or dry powder fire extinguisher for the job and that it’s in good operating condition.
Check to make sure you have the right fuel for the kettle you are operating.
WARNING! USING LIQUID LP WITH A VAPOR BURNER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
AND FIRE!
Inspect the kettle for worn or broken parts, cracks and loose parts. Make repairs before using.
Selecting the kettle setup area:
Locate the kettle close to the area to be worked on.
Avoid locating kettle near openings and air intakes on a building.
Select a clear, level area with firm ground.
Locate kettle away from flammable materials and electrical wires.
Setup properly:
Lower the front jack and rear drop leg before disconnecting the hitch. Chock the front and back
wheels when the kettle is in its operating position. Make sure the kettle is level and will not rock.
Placing tar paper underneath the kettle will protect the ground from spillage.
Set up a warning line system around the kettle working area. Keep unauthorized people away.
Keep all engine fuel upwind from the kettle and away from open flames.
Place Material containers to be used that day in a location convenient for loading the kettle.
Materials should be placed in a flat and level area with no clutter, debris or TRIP
HAZARDS nearby.
