Kushlan Products KPRC160 User Manual
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ENSURE both the machine and the operator are stable by
setting up on level terrain and the machine will
not tip
over .slide off all while in operation or unattended.
DO NOT leave the machine in operation while it is unattended.
ENSURE that the walls of a trench are stable and will not
collapse due to the action of the vibration, prior
to commencing
compaction.
EUSURE that the area to be compacted does not contain any
"live" electrical cables, gas, water or
communication services
which many be damaged by the action of vibration.
EXERCISE CARE when operating unit. Exposure to vibration
or repetitive work actions may be harmful
to hands and arms.
NEVER stand on the unit while it is operating.
DO NOT increase the governed no-load motor speed above
3,500 r/min. Any increase may result in
personal injury and
damage to the machine.
BE CAREFUL not to come in contact with the muffler, when the
engine is hot, since it can cause severe
burns.
ENSURE that the repairs to the motor and machine are carried out by COMPETENT personnel.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS!
PETROL is extremely flammable and explosive under certain
conditions;
ENSURE that the petrol is only stored in an approved storage
container.
DO NOT refuel the motor while it is in operation or hot.
DO NOT refuel the motor in the vicinity of sparks, a naked flame or a person smoking.
DO NOT over fill the fuel tank and avoid spilling petrol when refueling .Spilled petrol or petrol vapor may
ignite. If spillage occurs, ensure that the area is dry before starting the motor,
ENSURE that the fuel tank cap is securely fitted after refueling.
CHEMICAL HAZARDS!
DO NOT operate or refuel a petrol or diesel motor in a confined area without adequate ventilation.
CARBON MONOXIDE exhaust gases from internal combustion motor driven units can cause death in
confined spaces.
NOISE HAZARDS!
EXCESSIVE NOISE can lead to temporary or permanent loss of hearing.
WEAR an approved hearing protection device to limit noise exposure. As required by Occupational
Health and Safety regulation.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
ALWAYS wear approved hearing protection when working in a confined work space. Protective goggles
and a dust mask should be worn when working in a dusty environment. Protective clothing and footwear
may also be desirable when working with hot mix bitumen.
ADDITIONAL HAZARDS!