
2962P POWERFLEX SPEEDTILLER OPERATOR & SAFETY MANUAL
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Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can have sufficient force to cause injury. Keep all hoses and
connections in good serviceable condition. Failure to heed may result in serious personal injury or death.
Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by
relieving the pressure before disconnecting lines or performing work on the system. Make sure hydraulic
fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before applying pressure
to the system. Use a piece of paper or cardboard,
NOT BODY PARTS
, to check for suspected leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems.
DO NOT DELAY!
If
an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with this type of injury immediately. Any fluid injected into the
skin or eyes must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result.
PRIMING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
ENSURE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM IS FULLY PRIMED BEFORE USING
• Fully extend and retract hydraulic cylinders.
• Repeat 3-4 times and hold lever extended each way for 10 to 15 seconds
to release air from the system.
If problem exists hold hydraulic lever under pressure, until air is fully
released from system.
Consult electricity authorities and all relevant energy companies to determine safe working distances
from overhead power lines etc.
BEFORE
operation of this machine:
• Ensure all operators are familiar with this manual and all safety devices and features of the machine.
• Take every reasonable precaution as is commonly expected in this industry and in the operation of
the machine.
• Maintain the machine at all times in a condition that is safe to operate, and ensure it complies with
any relevant safety acts of parliament, government authorities and regulations.
SAFETY
POWER LINES CAN ARC & ELECTROCUTE WITHOUT COMING IN DIRECT CONTACT
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