Superabrasive
User Manual Original Language
Lavina® 20G-X
4/2018
8
HAZARD COMMUNICATION
A
Material Safety Data Sheet
for propane shall be
posted in all buildings where propane will be used.
Because propane is odorized, it is easily detected at
levels of just a few parts per million, which is much less
than the exposure limit of 1000 parts per million.
If you smell propane while operating a propane floor
care machine, do the following:
Stop the engine
:
1.
Pull the throttle to the stop position (if present)
or turn the key switch to the off position.
2.
Shut off the service valve on the propane cylinder.
3.
Move the floor machine to a well‐ventilated area.
4.
Remove the cylinder from the machine and take
it outside the building.
5.
If the cylinder is leaking, contact a DOT approved
repair shop to determine the cause of the leak
and have the shop, not you, repair it.
If a fire occurs while the machine is being operated,
do the following:
1.
Stop the engine: pull the throttle to the stop position
(if present) or turn the key switch to the off position.
2.
Shut off the service valve on the propane cylinder
if possible. Be careful not to be burned.
3.
Move the machine outside if possible. If not possible,
move it to a well‐ventilated area away
from flammable materials.
4.
Do not attempt to extinguish the flame
from a gas
leak. If you do, the gas
will build up in the area and could
re‐ignite. Starve the fire by shutting off
the supply of gas.
5.
HAVE THE MACHINE AND CYLINDER
INSPECTED BEFORE USING THEM AGAIN
LOCAL AGENCIES AND REGULATIONS
NFPA
Operating a propane powered
floor care machine requires compliance with certain safety
regulations. The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA)
Standard for Storage and Handling of LP Gas is the
appropriate authority for safe propane use. A copy of this
publication is available through the NPFA in Quincy, MA
(1‐800‐334‐3555).
Among its regulations, NFPA #58 requires that all personnel
employed in the handling of propane gas be trained in its
proper handling and operating procedures. It also requires
them to carry a written certification from their employer or
training supervisor to attest to such training. Although this is
directed mainly to those who fill and transport liquid propane
gas, Onyx Environmental Solutions recommends that
operators of propane powered floor care machines in public
places be trained and certified as well.
With regard to operation of propane powered floor care
equipment, even though NFPA 58 8‐4.5 says “these machines
shall be permitted to be used in buildings frequented by the
public, including the times when such buildings are occupied
by the public,” Onyx Environmental Solutions suggests usage
when occupancy of a given work area is minimal.
CARB / EPA
The California Air Resource Board (CARB) and Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) also set limits for propane‐powered
engines used outdoors, but CARB/EPA approval does not signify that
the engine is safe to use indoors.
CGA
The Canadian Gas Association (CGA) has set a limit of 1500 ppm
CO in exhaust flow.
OSHA
For propane powered machines used indoors, the Occupational
Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has established a limit of 50
ppm CO for 8‐hour time weighted average (TWA) in ambient air and
is considering a limit of 800 ppm CO in exhaust flow.
DOT
The Department of Transportation (DOT) has established regulations
regarding the safety of fuel cylinders including the ones used on
propane powered floor care machines.
Local Agencies
Local law enforcement agencies such as the local Fire Marshall also
rely on independent testing labs such as UL and CGA before giving
their approval of the use of some equipment. These labs thoroughly
test equipment and submit their stamp of approval only after
rigorous testing. While not being required by all law enforcement
agencies, the stamp of approval by these agencies further assures the
operator that he or she is working with and around safe equipment.
NOTE
: In order to reduce all consequences of the above‐ mentioned
risks, we advise that machine operators will follow the instructions in
the manual at all times.
RESIDUAL RISKS
During the normal operating and maintenance cycles, the
operator is exposed to few residual risks, which cannot be
eliminated due to the nature of the operations.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Clear working area of any debris or objects.
A first‐time operator must always read the manual and pay
attention to all safety instructions.
All propane connections and cables must be inspected for
potential damages.
Perform general daily inspections of the machine and
inspect the machine before each use.
Always inspect the safety devices:
The tool protector must be working
Mount the security disc when working with Quickchange Pads.
The machine must be clean
Never operate the machine in the rain!
Confirm that there are no missing parts especially after
transportation, repair or maintenance.
Before filling the water tank with water, make sure the
machine is not running and the main switch is turned off.
Before turning on the machine, make sure that the base is
placed on the floor, the machine MUST NOT be in a tilted
position when starting
OPERATING MACHINE
When operating the Lavina® 20G‐X, make certain that
there is no one, but you around the machine.
Never leave the machine unattended while working.
