Marshalltown FCS86 SURFACE SHARK Floor Stripper - Manual (Page 8)

PAgE 8 FCS86 SuRFACE ShARK™ FLooR STRIPPER
nerve and circulation damage and tissue necrosis.
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will
not sustain Whitefinger Disease. Therefore,
continuous and regular users should closely monitor
the condition of their hands and fingers. After each
period of use, exercise to restore normal blood
circulation. If any of the symptoms appear, seek
medical advice immediately.
7) Clothing must be sturdy and snug fitting, but allow
complete freedom of movement. Never wear loose
fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, jewelry, flared or
cuffed pants or anything that could become caught on
controls or moving parts. Wear long pants to protect
your legs. Protect your hands with heavy duty, nonslip
gloves to improve your grip. good footing is most
important when operating the Floor Stripper. Wear
sturdy boots with nonslip soles. Steel-toed safety
shoes are highly recommended. Keep shoes properly
laced. Never wear tennis shoes or other, similar type
shoes which afford little or no protection. Wear an
approved safety hard hat to protect the operator’(s’)
head(s) where there is a danger of head injuries.
Noise, generated by the operation of the Floor Stripper
and the actual process itself, can damage your
hearing. Wear approved sound barriers (ear plugs
or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing. Continuous
and regular operators should have their hearing
checked regularly.
8) visually inspect the Floor Stripper, blade(s), and
accessories for damaged or worn parts. Check for
loose and/or broken parts. Determine that operator
controls work freely, all safety devices are operative
and information/safety decals are readable. Check
to determine that the Floor Stripper and all related
accessories are in good mechanical condition bEFoRE
utilization.
9) The Floor Stripper and related accessories are not
classified as being insulated. Contact with electrical
cables, gas lines and other hazardous items can result
in electrocution and/or an explosion.
10) Know how the controls operate. Know how to stop
the motor quickly in an emergency. Always start the
motor according to the instructions as outlined in this
manual to minimize the possibility of unexpected or
uncontrolled blade/accessory oscillation. unexpected
blade/accessory rotation can cause loss of machine
control, and the possibility of property damage and/or
personal injury.
11) Never exceed the recommended capacities of
the Floor Stripper. Refer to the Specifications
section of this manual for more detailed information.
Always utilize the correct blade and extension cord
designed for use with the Floor Stripper. use of an
incorrect blade or extension cord can result in property
damage and/or personal injury.
OPERATION
1) give complete and undivided attention to the
job at hand. Do not chew gum, smoke and/or use
smokeless tobacco while utilizing the Floor Stripper.
Do not attempt to eat and/or drink while utilizing the
Floor Stripper. Determine that eyeglasses, hearing aid
devices and other medical related devices are properly
secured. Keep shoes properly laced. use of the Floor
Stripper is strenuous and causes fatigue. help prevent
the cause of an accident. Plan to take work breaks as
required to help maintain proper mental and physical
alertness.
2) The Floor Stripper is not sealed or insulated. Do not
operate the Floor Stripper in an explosive atmosphere
or near combustible materials. Refer to current oShA
rules and regulations.
3) The Floor Stripper is designed for use by one
operator. use of the Floor Stripper by more than one
operator can lead to confusion and loss of control,
resulting in property damage and/or personal injury.
Never operate the Floor Stripper with an improper
number of operators. Such a configuration can result in
property damage and/or personal injury. If it is felt that
more than one person is required to furnish additional
“force” to the blade, SToP and contact the Customer
Service Department for specific operational and
service/maintenance information. There is no charge
for this service.
4) Do not operate the Floor Stripper with onlookers
close by. Caution all onlookers to stand clear. The
coverings removal process can result in flying
particles being emitted at high velocity and striking
the operator and/or onlookers. This can lead to the
possibility of property damage and/or personal injury.
Keep all body parts, loose clothing and foreign objects
clear of the oscillating blade/accessory.
5) Start the motor according to the instructions as
outlined in this manual to minimize the possibility of
unexpected blade/accessory oscillation. unexpected
blade/accessory oscillation can result in the loss of
machine control and the possibility of property damage
and/or personal injury.
6) operate the Floor Stripper only when/where
visibility and light are adequate for the job at hand.
Work carefully. Always hold the operator handle firmly
with both hands. Wrap your fingers around the handle
grips, keeping them cradled between your thumbs
and fingers. Always determine the operator handle
is in good condition and free of moisture, pitch, oil or
grease. Wear gloves to improve your grip. Never leave
the Floor Stripper running unattended.
7) Stop the motor while moving and/or repositioning
the Floor Stripper on the job site. Allowing the
motor to remain operating substantially increases