General Precautions - Takeuchi TB128FR Operator's Manual

SAFETY

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
It is your responsibility to observe all
pertinent laws and regulations and to
follow the manufacturer's instructions on
machine operation, inspection and
maintenance.
Virtually all accidents occur as the result of a
failure to observe basic safety rules and
precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented by
identifying the potentially hazardous
situations beforehand.
Read and understand all safety messages
which describe how to prevent accidents.
Do not operate the machine until you are
sure that you have gained a proper
understanding of its operation, inspection
and maintenance.
Observe all safety rules
• Operation, inspection and maintenance of
this machine must be performed only by a
trained and qualified person.
• All rules, regulations, precautions and
safety procedures must be understood and
followed when performing operation,
inspection and maintenance of this
machine.
• Do not perform any operation, inspection
and maintenance of this machine when
under the adverse influence of alcohol,
drugs, medication, fatigue, or insufficient
sleep.
When a problem is found on the machine
If any problem (noise, vibration, smell,
disorder of instrument, smoke, oil leak or
wrong indication of alarm and panel, etc.) is
detected during the operation or inspection
and maintenance of the machine, please
inform the administrator and take proper
actions. Do not operate the machine until the
trouble is cleared.
Operating temperature range
To maintain the performance of machine and
to prevent it from early wear, observe the
following operating conditions.
• Do not operate the machine if the ambient
temperature is higher than +45°C (+113°F)
or lower than –15°C (+5°F).
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
higher than +45°C (+113°F), the engine
may overheat and cause the engine oil to
degrade.
· If operated at an ambient temperature of
lower than –15°C (+5°F), the parts made
of rubber such as gaskets may get
hardened to cause an early wear or
damage to the machine.
· If the machine is to be used outside the
ambient temperature range described
above, consult your sales or a service
dealer.
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