Introduction; Preface; Intended Use - HAKO Hamster 500 E Instruction Manual

Introduction

Preface

Introduction
Dear customer,
We hope that the excellent qualities of
the machine justify the faith you have
shown in us by purchasing the product.
In order to ensure that you can work
with the machine safely, please read
the chapter on safety before starting it
up.
Your safety, and that of others, is de-
pendent on your ability to control the
machine. Therefore, read the operating
manual thoroughly before operating the
machine for the first time.
The operating manual contains all the
important information you need to oper-
ate, maintain and service the machine.
Sections of this operating manual which
are relevant to safety are marked by the
hazard label.
If you have any questions with regard to
the machine or operating manual, you
can contact your Hako service partner
at any time.
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We would like to emphasize that no le-
gal claims can be asserted in respect of
any work described in this manual.
Please pay attention that only original
spare parts are used for any necessary
maintenance and repair work. Only
original spare parts can guarantee long,
reliable equipment operation. We re-
serve the right to make technical im-
provements.
Valid from: January 2009
Hako-Werke GmbH
D-23843 Bad Oldesloe
Hamburger Str. 209-239
Telephone ++49 (04531) 8060

Intended use

The Hako Hamster 500 E is a sweeping
machine conceived exclusively for
sweeping up dry and wet refuse from
areas such as production plants, ware-
houses, car parks and pedestrian pre-
cincts. In addition, the Hako Hamster
500 E can also be used to remove dry
dirt from carpets. Any use beyond this is
regarded as improper use. The manu-
facturer is not considered liable for any
damage resulting from improper use;
the user is solely responsible for all the
risks. Intended use also includes main-
taining and observing the operating,
maintenance and repair conditions pre-
scribed by the manufacturer.
The Hako Hamster 500 E may only be
operated, serviced and repaired by per-
sonnel who are familiar with the work in-
volved and are aware of the risks. The
applicable accident prevention laws
must be observed and any generally
accepted health and safety directives
must be maintained. The manufacturer
is not deemed liable for any damage re-
sulting from unauthorized modifications
to the machine.