RG13II Operation • Maintenance • Parts
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Safety
General Hazard Information
· Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine
and in the manuals before attempting to operate. Keep all
manuals in a safe place for future reference and for ordering
replacement parts.
· Familiarize yourself with all controls in a safe environment
before operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage the controls quickly.
· Never allow minors to operate this machine.
· Never allow anyone who has not had proper instruction to
operate this machine.
· Keep bystanders, children and pets away from the machine
and work area.
· Never allow anyone to ride on this machine.
· Never transport cargo, tools or wood on this machine.
· Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear for safe,
secure footing.
· Use the machine in daylight or under good artificial lighting.
· Use this machine for its intended purpose only, deviation
from the machines capabilities could damage the equipment
and cause injury or death.
· Engine exhaust contains products of combustion which
can be harmful to your health. Always start and operate the
engine in a well ventilated area. If you are in an enclosed
area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)
Head protection -
must conform to ANSI Z89.1 and DO
NOT wear under chin strapping while operating or within the
operation area of the Horizontal Grinder.
Eye protection -
must conform to ANSI Z87.1 and be the wrap
around style. Always wear the eye protection when operating
or working within the operational area of the machine.
Hearing Protection -
Plug type ear protection or full ear
coverage devices (muff type) shall be worn at all times when
operating or within the operational area of the machine.
Gloves -
When operating or handling brush within the
operational area of the Horizontal Grinder, loose fitting
gloves are the only gloves that should be worn. DO NOT
wear gauntlet or strapped gloves.
Clothing Protection -
Clothes must be close fitting, but
not restrictive of movement. DO NOT wear loose fitting
clothes, jewelry or long dangling clothing; i.e. neckties, long
belts or chains.
Hooded sweat shirts may be worn only if the hood is tightly
drawn around the face with drawstrings tucked into the
outer garment when not in use. If working near traffic, wear
reflective clothing.
Shoes -
(Foot Protection)- Always over the ankle work boots
with skid resistant soles.
Breathing Protection -
When breathing protection is required
the use of paper masks that can tear away if caught or
entangled in material or machine must be worn.
Hooded sweat shirts may be worn only if the hood is tightly
drawn around the face with drawstrings tucked into the
outer garment when not in use. If working near traffic, wear
