SAFETY IN MOTION
continued
BATTERY SAFETY
Stay alert.
Should something break, loosen, or malfunction, on your machine, stop
work and seek qualified assistance to correct the condition. When going down a
ramp or incline, always walk ahead of the machine and use the open/close controls
to engage the rubber guard (foot) with the ground to act as a brake. Do not allow
the loaded PowerMate
®
to attain an un-controllable speed. When moving a
PowerMate
®
unit down a stair without a load, always push the wheels off the step
before lowering the wheels to the next step.
Do not
compress the top urethane bumper when the machine is under load.
Lead-acid batteries contain hydrogen-oxygen gases that can be explosive and
sulphuric acid that can cause severe burns. To help avoid risk of danger and injury,
observe these precautions when handling or working with a lead-acid battery.
Wear
ANSI approved safety glasses or goggles and a face shield.
Wear
proper
clothing to protect hands, and body. Wear appropriate rubber gloves and apron.
Never
lean over a battery when testing or charging. Cigarettes, flames or sparks,
could cause a battery to explode. Keep all ignition sources away from battery.
Do
not
strike the sides of a battery with any spark producing item. Make sure work
area is well-ventilated.
Never
touch both battery terminals with bare hands at the same time.
Remove
rings, watches and dangling jewelry when working with batteries. The metal in the
jewelry can cause a shock and burns if contacted with the battery terminals.
Only
use insulated/non-conducting tools when making connections on a battery.
Never lay tools or other parts on top of a battery.
Because the batteries used in L P International products are of the sealed type,
the battery should be replaced if there is evidence of spillage. If there is spilled
sulphuric acid present, neutralize with baking soda.
Never
remove vent caps on a
sealed battery. In the event of an accident, flush with water and call a physician
immediately. If venting gas is significantly inhaled, seek immediate medical
attention.
Never
store batteries with explosives, flammable materials, chemicals, or food.
Protect
batteries from crushing, punctures and shorting.
Do not
charge or use booster cables or adjust battery connections without proper
instructions and training.
Keep
batteries out of reach of children.
Do not
accumulate used batteries. Dispose used batteries in accordance with
local environmental laws.
PowerMate
®
Operation Manual
2.07
PN 010140 Rev.E
Eng. 04/ 25/ 14
