Safety; The Operator; Safety Precautions - Goldacres Batchmate Operator's & Parts Manual

Safety

General
The following pages outline important safety
information. At Goldacres safety is a high
priority. These safety and warning instructions
MUST be followed to ensure the safe
operation of your Goldacres equipment.
Explanation of key terms used in this
operator's manual are:
DANGER - You will be killed or seriously hurt if
you don't follow instructions
WARNING - You can be seriously hurt if you
don't follow instructions
CAUTION - You can be hurt if you don't follow
instructions
NOTE - Is used to notify people of installation,
operation or maintenance information that is
important but not hazard related.

The Operator

All operators of this equipment should be
adequately trained in the safe operation of this
equipment. It is important that all operator's
have read and fully understand the operators
manual prior to using this equipment.
All new operators should be trained in an
area without bystanders or obstructions and
become familiar with the sprayer prior to
operation.

Safety Precautions

DANGER
• Cut hazard. Sharp blades. Contact may
result in injury. Always keep body, head
and hands away from sharp edges. Do not
use if blade are loose or blunt.
• Puncture Hazard. Always keep body, head
and hands away from sharp edges
Warnings
• Any unauthorised modifications to this
equipment may affect its function and
create a serious safety risk.
• Never attempt to clean parts or nozzles,
by blowing with mouth.
• Never attempt to siphon chemicals, or
substances, by sucking.
• It is imperative that the vehicle
manufacturer's specifications be
checked and all instructions for use when
transporting, or towing, be adhered to at
all times.
• Do not use the pump in a gaseous
or hazardous environment or near
combustible material.
• Do not use the pump in an enclosed area,
engine exhaust could build up and cause
asphyxiation.
• Care should be taken when transferring
liquid into the tank to ensure that the gross
weight of the equipment does not exceed
the safe working load for the operator.
• Water weighs 1kg per litre, however
conversion factors must be used when
spraying liquids that are heavier or lighter
than water. Example: liquid urea has a
density of 1.28 kg/L and will therefore be
significantly heavier than water if the tank
is filled completely.
• Regularly check the pump mounting bolts.
(The pump will always vibrate to some
degree when operating, and this may work
the bolts loose.)
• Suitable care should be taken when
driving with the equipment attached to the
vehicle. Consideration should be given to
both the carrying capacity of the vehicle
and the gradient of the terrain when
determining the speed at which the vehicle
can be driven safely.
• Ensure that the maximum speed of the
vehicle, when loaded, is within the vehicle
manufacturers limitations.
• Ensure equipment is securely fastened, or
attached, to the vehicle at all times.
• Keep clear of overhead obstructions -
especially powerlines as contact can be
fatal.
• Never work under a raised boom unless
properly supported and secure.
Slippery Surfaces
• The ground around the BatchMate
may become slippery when water is
spilled from the main tank, please wear
appropriate footwear.
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