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FORWARD COMPACTOR
OWNER'S MANUAL
Bartell plate compactors are equipped with safety guards in accordance with North
American and International standards. The fully enclosed belt guard protects the operator from
the main drive belt. The handle is equipped with independent vibration isolation from the motor
plate, reducing operator discomfort and vibration related injuries.
IMPORTANT: NEVER attempt to disable or circumvent these safety devices. They
are present for the operator's protection and any tampering will result in substantial risk to
the operator and all present at the job site. If your compactor's safety devices have been
tampered with, do not use the equipment. Immediately contact your sales representative to
obtain replacement parts or return the compactor to your dealer for repairs.
The instructions provided in this manual are done so to ensure the operator's safety as
well as that of others, the equipment, and the job site. Failure to follow these guidelines can
lead to serious personal injury and even death. The operator and any service personnel should
read and understand the entire manual before working with or servicing any Bartell Plate
Compactor.
• The Bartell manual should be kept at all times in a place that is accessible to any
persons working with the machine. Replacement manuals can be purchased from
the equipment manufacturer or from your local dealer.
• Only use parts and attachments supplied or approved by your Bartell equipment
manufacturer. The consequences of modifying the design of this equipment can
include personal injury, equipment failure, and voiding your warranty. If you are
unsure about a repair or an apparent malfunction, contact your Bartell Morrison
dealer or the phone contacts at the beginning and end of this manual.
• Technical service bulletins, user's manual updates, and other information are
posted on the Bartell website: http://www.bartellglobal.com. Check this website
periodically for updates or other potentially useful information about your
equipment.
• NEVER use a Bartell Plate Compactor in an enclosed space with poor air flow,
such as a basement or small room. The gasoline engine produces, among other
things, toxic carbon monoxide gas. Without proper ventilation, this gas will build
up and cause health effects such as organ damage and death to anyone in the
vicinity.
• The Compactor operator should always be lucid and aware of his/her
surroundings. NEVER operate the Compactor while under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, fatigue, sickness, hangover, extreme depression, emotional distraction,
or medications/substances that may affect motor skills or judgment.
• ALWAYS wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while
operating a Bartell Plate Compactor. This includes (but is not limited to) safety
glasses, hearing protection, protective footwear, and heavy or padded gloves.
Other safety gear may be jobsite appropriate.
• NEVER leave the equipment unattended while running.
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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OI – B19014
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