IPC Eagle Propane Powered Floor Care Equipment, Руководство по безопасности

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Using Propane Powered
Floor Care Equipment
All machines manufactured by Onyx Environmental Solutions
come with a detailed Operator’s Manual. Safety dictates
that before using any new equipment, it is important that all
operators read and understand the Operator’s Manual.
Basic Safety Guidelines Basic Safety Guidelines
• Allow only qualified and trained personnel to operate equipment.
• Follow maintenance and operating instructions.
• Check oil level before starting. • Check oil level before starting.
• Keep nuts and bolts tightened and hose connections snug.
• Never alter or reconstruct the fuel system. To do so may be
dangerous.
• Use only UL, CTC/DOT listed cylinders, like the Onyx
Environmental Solutions cylinder.
• Store the fuel cylinder outside and away from heat and direct
sunlight.
• Never leave the machine running unattended.
• Check pad holder for cracks each time the pad is changed.
• Have the machine serviced by a Certified Technician, including an
emission check, every three months.
• Before attempting any service on the machine, turn the ignition
switch OFF and remove the key to avoid accidental startup.
• Operate in a well-ventilated area. • Operate in a well-ventilated
area.
• Keep hands and feet clear of rotating pads
and brushes.
• Do not allow the floor care machine to operate without moving the
machine. It may burn the floor and damage the floor covering.
• Only use replacement parts from the
manufacturer.
• Post a Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS) for propane.
Propane Powered machines should not be used:
• In nursing homes, hospitals, day-care centers, etc.
• By unqualified or untrained personnel.
• Unless properly maintained and adjusted
• On areas with obstructions such as thresholds, floor outlet boxes,
etc.
• In areas where loose tiles or other objects
are present.
• In rooms without proper ventilation.
Operating Guidelines
Always read and understand the Operator’s Manual
for your machine before operating it.
Machine Inspection
Regular maintenance of propane powered floor
care machines is a must to keep them in good, safe
working condition. Every time the machine is used,
the following checkout procedure should be
followed.
1. Check for overfilled cylinders. Check cylinders, and vent if
necessary. Do this before taking the cylinder inside to use.
Never take an overfilled cylinder inside.
2. Check the recoil dust filter. The recoil dust filter should be
cleaned or replaced after each use of the machine and after each
each use of the machine and after each hour of continuous
operation. If neglected, the engine will overheat and carbon
monoxide emissions will elevate. hour of continuous operation. If
neglected, the engine will overheat and carbon monoxide
emissions will elevate.
3. Check the oil level. The oil level should always be within the safe
levels indicated on the dipstick. Add oil if necessary, but never
overfill. Overfilling could cause irreparable damage to the engine.
4. Check the condition of the pad or brushes and pad holder. If the
pad is dirty, it should be cleaned. Flipping the pad and using
both sides will increase pad life. If the pad is torn or worn down
more than 1/8” (0.3 cm), it should be replaced.
5. Enter checks in a daily maintenance log to maintain a detailed
record for the machine.