Kushlan Products KRM160 - Manual (Page 6)

3.1.12 ALWAYS wear protective clothing appropriate to the job site when operating equipment.
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3.1.13 ALWAYS wear hearing protection when operating equipment.
3.1.14 ALWAYS keep hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving parts of the machine.
3.1.15 ALWAYS use common sense and caution when operating the machine.
3.1.16 ALWAYS be sure the rammer will not tip over roll, slide or fall when not being operated.
3.1.17 ALWAYS turn the engine OFF when the rammer is not being operated.
3.1.18 ALWAYS guide the rammer in such a way that the operator is not squeezed between the rammer and solid objects.
Special care is required when working on uneven ground or when compacting coarse material. Make
sure to stand firmly when operating the machine under such conditions.
3.1.19 ALWAYS Operate the rammer in such a way that there is no danger of it turning over or falling in, when working
near the edges of breaks, pits, Slopes. trenches and platforms.
3.1.20 ALWAYS store the equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean dry
location out of the reach of children.
3.1.21 ALWAYS close fuel valve on engines equipped with one when machine is not being operated.
3.1.22 ALWAYS operate machine with all safety devices and guards in place and in working order. DO NOT modify or
defeat safety devices. DO NOT operate machine if any safety devices or guards are missing or inoperative.
3.2 Operator Safety while using Internal Combustion Engines
Internal combustion engines present special hazards during operation and fueling. Read and follow the warning
instructions in the engine owner’s manual and the safety guidelines below. Failure to follow the DANGER warnings and
safety guidelines could result in severe injury or death.
3.2.1 DO NOT smoke while operating the machine.
3.2.2 DO NOT smoke when refueling the engine.
3.2.3 DO NOT refuel a hot or running engine.
3.2.4 DO NOT refuel the engine near an open flame.
3.2.5 DO NOT spill fuel when refueling the engine.
3.2.6 DO NOT run the engine near open flames.
3.2.7 DO NOT run the machine indoors or in an enclosed area such as a deep trench unless adequate ventilation, through
such items as exhaust fans or hoses, is provided. Exhaust gas from the engine contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas exposure to carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.
3.2.8 ALWAYS refill the fuel tank in a well-ventilated area.
3.2.9 ALWAYS replace the fuel tank cap after refueling.
3.2.10 ALWAYS check the fuel lines and the fuel tank for leaks and cracks before starting the engine. Do not run the
machine if fuel leaks are present or the fuel lines are loose.
3.3 Service Safety
Poorly maintained equipment can become a safety hazard! In order for the equipment to operate safely and properly over a
long period of time, periodic maintenance and occasional repairs are necessary.
3.3.1 DO NOT attempt to clean or service the machine while it is running. Rotating parts can cause severe injury.
3.3.2 DO NOT operate the machine without an air cleaner.
3.3.3 DO NOT remove air cleaner cover, paper element or pre cleaner while engine is running.
3.3.4 DO NOT alter engine speeds. Run the engine only at speeds specified in the Technical Data Section.
3.3.5 DO NOT crank a flooded engine with the spark plug removed on gasoline- powered engines. Fuel trapped in the
cylinder will squirt out the spark plug opening.
3.3.6 DO NOT test for spark on gasoline-powered engines if the engine is flooded or the smell of gasoline is present. A
stray spark could ignite the fumes.
3.3.7 DO NOT use gasoline or other types of fuels or flammable solvents to clean parts, especially in enclosed areas. Fumes
from fuels and solvents can become explosive.
3.3.8 ALWAYS replace the safety devices and guards after repairs and maintenance.
3.3.9 ALWAYS keep the area around the muffler free of debris such as leaves paper cartons, etc. A hot muffler could
ignite the debris and start a fire.
3.3.10 ALWAYS do Periodic Maintenance as recommended in the Operator’s Manual.
3.3.11 ALWAYS clean debris from engine cooling fins.
3.3.12 ALWAYS replace worn or damaged components with spare parts designed and recommended by our Corporation.
3.3.13 ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug on machines equipped with gasoline engines, before servicing to avoid
accidental start-up.
3.3.14 ALWAYS keep the machine clean and labels legible. Replace all missing and hard-to-read labels. Labels provide
important operating instructions and warn of dangers and hazards.