Meaning Of Safety Signal Words; Safety - Task Force Tips MONSOON Instructions For Installation, Safe Operation And Maintenance

1.0 MEANING OF SAFETY WORDS
A safety related message is identifi ed by a safety alert symbol and a signal word to indicate the level of risk involved with a particular
hazard. Per ANSI standard Z535.6-2006, the defi nitions of the four signal words are as follows:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE

2.0 SAFETY

The operation of this monitor can be dangerous. The following must be observed at all times.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
Injury or death may occur by attempting to use a damaged monitor. Before using the monitor
inspect it for damage resulting from:
• Failure to drain monitor followed by exposure to freezing conditions
• Exposure of monitor to temperatures in excess of 160 degrees F
• Structural damage caused by over-pressurization
• Missing parts, physical abuse, exposure to severe chemicals
• Deformed or cracked fl anges damaged as a result of improper installation
- Excessive bolt torque
- Wrong tightening sequence
Injury can result from an inadequately supported monitor. The monitor mount must be capable of
supporting 1200 lbs (550 kg) of nozzle reaction force.
The stream exiting a monitor is very powerful and capable of causing injury and property damage.
Make sure the monitor is securely attached to the base and pointing in a safe direction before
water to the monitor is turned on. Use care in directing the stream.
The monitor may be damaged if frozen while containing suffi cient amounts of water. Such damage
may be diffi cult to detect visually and can lead to possible injury or death. Any time the monitor is
subject to possible damage from freezing, it must be hydrostatically tested by qualifi ed personnel
before being considered safe for use.
The electric Monsoon RC may be remotely operated. The electric drives are current limited but
may still produce enough force to cause injury. Keep hands and fi ngers away from pinch points
on the monitor.
Do not use the manual override knobs while the electric controls are in operation. The electric
drives produce enough torque to cause injury.
Maximum fl ow and pressure is 2000 gpm (5700 l/min) and 200 psi (14 bar). See Fig. 3.1 Operating
Envelope. Damage or injury may result if the monitor is operated beyond these limits.
On many vehicle installations, the monitor is the highest point on the apparatus. Be sure there
is suffi cient clearance to safely pass under any doors or overhead obstructions. Always check
parked position of the monitor before moving.
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