Safety Precautions; Grounding Instructions - Tennant 3000 Operator's Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This machine is intended for commercial use only. It is
suited to pick up dirt, dry debris and dust in an indoor
environment and is not constructed for any other use.
The pick up of any type of fluid or dangerous dust is
prohibited. Use only recommended accessories.
The following safety alert symbols are used
throughout this manual as indicated in their
description.
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in severe personal
injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or equipment:
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
– Unless trained and authorized.
– Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
– In flammable or explosive areas unless
designed for use in those areas.
– With damaged cord or plug.
– If not in proper operating condition.
– Unless cord is properly grounded.
– On wet surfaces.
– In outdoor areas.
– Without bag and/or filters in place.
– With the use of an extension cord.
2. Before operating machine:
– Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
3. When using machine:
– Do not run machine over cord.
– Do not pull machine by plug or cord.
– Do not pull cord around sharp edges or
corners.
– Do not close doors on cord.
– Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
– Do not stretch cord.
– Do not handle plug with wet hands.
– Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
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– Do not pick up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes.
– Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
– Turn off machine.
– Unplug cord from wall outlet.
5. When servicing machine:
– Unplug cord from wall outlet.
– Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.
– Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.
WARNING: Hazardous Voltage. Shock or
electrocution can result. Unplug machine before
servicing.
WARNING: Flammable materials can cause
an explosion or fire. Do not pick up.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Machine must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electrical current to
reduce the risk of electrical shock. This machine
is equipped with a cord having an
equipment–grounding conductor and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Grounded
Outlet
Grounding
Edge/hole
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