Multiquip HTX44Y5 - Manual (Page 17)

HTX-YANMAR DIESEL • RIDE-ON POWER TROWEL — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (07/06/06) — PAGE 17
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HTX-YANMAR DIESEL — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
■ In case the battery liquid, (dilute
sulfuric acid), comes in contact with
clothing or skin , rinse skin or
clothing immediately with plenty of
water.
■ In case the battery liquid, (dilute
sulfuric acid), comes in contact with your eyes , rinse eyes
immediately with plenty of water, then contact the nearest
doctor or hospital and seek medical attention.
Emergencies
■ ALWAYS know the location of the
nearest first aid kit .
■ Know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance , doctor and fire department . Ensure
that a phone or radio is readily available at the
jobsite. If this is not possible, know the location of
the nearest phone. This information will be
invaluable in the event of an emergency.
■ ALWAYS shut down the engine and disconnect battery before
performing service or maintenance functions. Contact with
moving parts can cause serious injury.
■ Securely support any trowel components that must be raised.
■ NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running
trowel.
■ ALWAYS allow the trowel a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
■ Keep the trowel in proper running condition.
■ Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease, oil or
debris on the machine.
■ Repair damage to the trowel immediately and always replace
broken parts.
■ Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of potentially
hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and fuel filters.
■ DO NOT use plastic food containers to dispose of hazardous
waste.
■ DO NOT pour waste oil or fuel directly onto the ground, down
a drain or into any water source.
■ NEVER store trowel with fuel in the tank for any extended
period of time. Always clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Maintenance Safety
■ ALWAYS know the location of
the nearest fire extinguisher .
■ Maintain this equipment in a safe operating condition at all
times.