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Requirements on the operator
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment must be worn during operation
and while performing maintenance on the machine.
It consists of:
– protective goggles,
– hearing protection,
– work shoes or boots with toe guard.
Danger areas
The immediate danger area is the direct perimeter around
the machine. This area is off-limits to third parties.
Spare parts, changes and
conversions
Changes and conversions are prohibited unless made with
original Weber MT spare parts. If the machine is modified
with other accessories without the approval of Weber MT,
the manufacturer will not assume liability for any resulting
personal injury or property damage.
All maintenance and repairs must be carried out with original
Weber MT spare parts. Untested spare parts may affect
the reliability and safety of the machine.
Before starting the machine
After horizontal transport, the oil may have spread inside
the engine. To prevent damage to the engine, the machine
must be brought to the vertical position for several minutes
until the oil has collected in the lower area of the crankcase.
There is danger of material damage if the machine is
started before necessary maintenance or repairs have been
completed. Make sure every time before starting the machine
that all work on the machine has been completed.
To avoid injuries, the machine must not be started unless the
operator wears the required personal protective equipment.
Objects placed on top of the machine may fall or be flung off
during operation or when the machine is started. Therefore,
remove all loose objects or tools before starting the machine.
If the gas cap is open, fuel may escape and ignite on the
engine when the machine is started or while it is operating.
There is a risk of burns. Therefore, do not start the machine
unless the gas cap is closed.
This soil compactor may only be operated by suitable oper-
ators who are 18 years or older. They must be instructed on
how to operate the machine by the owner or by the owner’s
assigned personnel. The operator must comply with traffic
regulations.
The machine must not be operated by children.
