How To Operate The Machine; Position Of The Handle For Operation; How To Control The Machine; How To Start/Stop The Machine - Clarke FM-1500HD Operator's Manual

Figure 7
Figure 8
Apply pressure to lock
Aprete la palanca para
bloquear
Presser le levier pour
verrouiller
Figure 9
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HOW TO OPERATE THE MACHINE

WARNING: Machines can cause fl ammable materials and
vapors to burn. Do not use this machine with or
near matches, fuels, grain dust, solvents, thin-
ners, or other fl ammable materials.
CAUTION: This machine will operate only on the AC frequen-
cy and electrical voltage shown on the nameplate.
Make sure you have the correct frequency and
voltage before connecting the power cord to an
outlet.
NOTE: You must have training in the operation of this machine before
you use this machine.
POSITION OF THE HANDLE
FOR OPERATION
Lift the lever to unlock the handle. Lower the handle to the best position.
Bend your arms and keep your back straight. To fasten the handle, press
down on the lever with your foot. Hold the handle against your body for the
best control. See fi gure 7.

How To Control The Machine

NOTE: Make sure you hold the handle with both hands.
The side to side movement of the machine is controlled by raising the
handle and pressing down on the handle. To move the machine to the left,
press down on the handle slightly. To move the machine to the right, raise
the handle slightly.

How To Start/Stop The Machine

WARNING: Never start a polisher when the handle is in the
vertical position.
The switch to start and stop the machine is activated by the interlock switch
and the levers under the handle grips. See fi gure 8. To start the machine,
follow this procedure:
1. Lower the handle.
2. Lock the handle in the best position for operation. See fi gure 9.
WARNING: Control the safety interlock switch with hands
only.
NOTE: Make sure you hold the handle with both hands.
3. Push the interlock switch, and apply pressure to the levers.
NOTE: Hold the handles loosely for the best control of the machine.
Too much movement makes the machine diffi cult to control.
WARNING: Water solutions or cleaning materials used with
this type of machine can leave wet areas on the
fl oor surface. These areas can cause a dangerous
condition for the operator or other persons.
Always put CAUTION signs near the area being
cleaned.
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