PAGE 6 — MTR-40HS— PARTS & OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #2 (12/15/03)
MTR-40HS — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS!
This Owner's Manual has been
developed to provide complete
instructions for the safe and
efficient operation of the Multiquip
MTR-40HS Tamping Rammer.
Refer to the engine manufacturer's
instructions for data relative to its
safe operation.
Before using this Rammer,
ensure that the operating
individual has read and
understands all instructions in
this manual.
SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS
The three (3) Safety Messages shown below will inform you
about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The
Safety Messages specifically address the level of exposure to
the operator, and are preceded by one of three words:
DANGER
,
WARNING
, or
CAUTION
.
DANGER:
You
WILL
be
KILLED
or
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
WARNING:
You
CAN
be
KILLED
or
SERIOUSLY injured if you do not follow
directions.
CAUTION:
You
CAN
be injured if you
do not follow directions.
HAZARD SYMBOLS
Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous
carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and
odorless, and can cause death if inhaled.
NEVER
operate this equipment in a confined
area or enclosed structure that does not
provide ample free flow air.
Potential hazards associated with the MTR-40HS Tamping
Rammer operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols
which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in
conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols.
GASOLINE
is extremely flammable, and its
vapors can cause an explosion if ignited.
DO
NOT
start the engine near spilled fuel or
combustible fluids.
DO NOT
fill the fuel tank
while the engine is running or hot.
DO NOT
overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or
sparks from the ignition system. Store fuel in
approved containers, in well-ventilated areas
and away from sparks and flames.
NEVER
use fuel as a cleaning agent.
Explosive Fuel
Burn Hazards
Engine components can generate extreme heat.
To prevent burns,
DO NOT
touch these areas
while the engine is running or immediately after
operations. Never operate the engine with heat
shields or heat guards removed.
Rotating Parts
NEVER
operate equipment with covers, or
guards removed. Keep fingers, hands, hair and
clothing away from all moving parts to prevent
injury.
NOTE
Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating
this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety
Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to
yourself and others.
