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AFETY
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RECAUTIONS
Throughout this manual you will find cautions and warnings which are defined as follows.
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WARNING
means that failure to follow the instruction may result in serious injury or death.
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CAUTION
means that failure to follow the instruction may result in serious injury or damage to
property.
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Timpani Cart maximum total load capacity is 180 lbs (82 kg).
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The timpani cart is only intended to hold the timpani during performances or while moving to and
from performance areas at a reasonable speed. Speed not to exceed 5 mph (8 km).
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When the Timpani Cart is left unattended, it must be placed in a secure position so that it does not
move or roll into vehicles, structures or people.
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All four wheels must be in contact with the floor or ground at all times.
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Avoid ramps steeper than a one-foot (30-cm) rise or drop in a 12-foot (366-cm) horizontal distance.
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When the Timpani Cart is loaded, two people are required to move the cart (one pushing at the rear
and one guiding at the front).
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When transporting the Timpani cart in a vehicle it must be braced with tie-downs, chains or cargo
straps designed specifically for that purpose so cart will not move.
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Blankets or other padding material may be required to avoid damage to the cart and accessories
from vibration and impact during transport.
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When moving the cart, do not ride and do not allow others to ride on the cart.
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Use caution when loading or unloading Timpanis on the cart.
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When towing the Timpani Cart, avoid tight turns which may result in the tow vehicle making contact
with cart or tow bar. Injury or damage may result.
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Never move or position the Timpani Cart sideways on an incline.
Make sure that anyone
assembling the OnBoard
Timpani Cart has read and
understands these instructions.
!
CAUTION
Failure to comply with the
Warnings and Cautions in this
document can result in damage
to property or serious injury.
!
CAUTION
Always observe and comply
with the Warnings and
Cautions posted on the
system equipment.
!
CAUTION
Do not transport people or
stand on the Timpani Cart.
!
CAUTION
When towing the Timpani Cart
do not exceed 5 mph (8 km).
!
CAUTION
When towing, avoid tight
turns which may result in the
tow vehicle making contact
with the cart or tow bar.
!
CAUTION