Safety Precautions - Tennant ReadySpace R14 Operator's Manual

OPERATION

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This machine is intended for industrial and
commercial use. It is designed exclusively to clean
carpets and upholstery in an indoor environment
and is not constructed for any other use. Only use
recommended accessory tools and commercially
available carpet cleaners intended for machine
application
The following warning alert symbol and the "FOR
SAFETY" heading 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 safety precautions signal potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment. All operators must read, understand
and practice them.
WARNING: Fire Or Explosion Hazard
- - Do Not Use Flammable Liquids Or Operate
Machine In Or Near Flammable Liquids, Vapors
Or Combustible Dusts.
This machine is not equipped with explosion proof
motors. The electric motors will spark upon start
up and during operation which could cause a flash
fire or explosion if machine is used in an area
where flammable vapors/liquids or combustible
dusts are present.
- - Do Not Pick Up Flammable Materials Or
Reactive Metals.
- - Batteries Emit Hydrogen Gas. Keep Sparks And
Open Flame Away. Keep Battery Compartment
Open When Charging.
WARNING: Electrical Hazard
- - Disconnect Battery Cables and Charger Plug
Before Servicing Machine.
- - Do Not Charge Batteries with Damaged Power
Supply Cord. Do Not Modify Plug.
If the charger supply cord is damaged or broken, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or its
service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Spinning Brush. Keep Hands
Away. Turn Off Power Before Working On Machine.
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FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
- - Unless trained and authorized.
- - With brake disabled.
- - Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
- - With flammable liquids or near flammable
vapors as an explosion or flash fire may
occur.
- - If not in proper operating condition.
- - In areas with possible falling objects.
2. Before starting machine:
- - Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
- - Check brakes and steering for proper
operation.
- - Place "wet floor" signs as needed.
3. When using machine:
- - Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
- - Reduce speed when turning.
- - Use care when backing machine.
- - Report machine damage or faulty operation
immediately.
- - Never allow children to play on or around.
- - Follow mixing and handling instructions on
chemical containers.
- - Do not operate on inclines that exceed a 6°
angle / 10.5% grade.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
- - Stop on level surface.
- - Turn off machine.
- - Remove key.
5. When servicing machine:
- - Do not push or tow the machine on inclines
with the brake disabled.
- - Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves.
- - Disconnect battery cables and charger plug
before working on machine.
- - Wear protective gloves and eye protection
when handling batteries or battery cables.
- - Avoid contact with battery acid.
- - Do not power spray or hose off machine.
Electrical malfunction may occur.
- - Jack machine up at designated locations
only. Block machine up with jack stands.
- - Block machine tires before jacking machine
up.
- - Use jack or hoist that will support machine
weight.
- - Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.
Tennant R14 (09- -06)