Eureka MAGNUM HDK User Manual page 7

PRECAUTIONS FOR THE SAFETY OF OPERATORS AND TECHNICIANS
- The machine must not be used by non-authorised personnel who have not been
trained to use it properly or by people who are under the influence of substances
that could alter their nervous reflexes (alcohol, psycho pharmaceuticals, drugs
etc.)
- Do not use the machine in inflammable areas or where there is the danger of
explosions
- Move the machine very slowly when the dirt container is raised.
- Do not collect material that is alight or anything else that could cause a fire.
(e.g. lit cigarettes).
- Do not remove protections or guards when the machine is in operation.
- Operate the machine from the driving position.
- Do not use the machine to clean objects..
- When maintaining the machine do not wear loose-fitting or unbuttoned clothing.
- A safety strut must be placed on the raising cylinder for any maintenance
operation with the dirt container raised.
- Do not start to perform maintenance operations with parts in movement
- Protect eyes and ears when using compressed air or water guns for cleaning the
machine.
-Use devices to raise the machine that are adequate to bear the weight of the
machine itself.
- Do not cause flames or sparks around the machine.
- Disconnect the battery cables before working on the electrical circuit.
- Avoid contact with battery acid, be careful of the hot parts: wait for them to cool
down before starting work.
- Move carefully over uneven or crumbling paving and on slopes.
Do not exceed inclines of 20% in the direction of movement and inclines of
10% crossways to the direction of movement.
- Pay attention when changing direction and or movement direction, slow
down on bends to avoid tipping over.
Pay attention when raising the dirt container to empty it: the operation must
be carried out on flat ground that is not bumpy and brusque commands must
not be given.
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