J&M 220 Operating And Maintenance Manual - page 14
MODEL 220
HYDRAULIC
IMPACT HAMMER
II.
PREPARATION FOR OPERATION
A.
GENERAL
When loading and unpacking the hydraulic hammer and accessories, use extreme
care. For your protection, make a thorough inspection of the unit immediately on
delivery. In case of any damage or shortage, notify the transit agent at once and
have the delivering carrier make a notation on the freight bill. Use timber, heavy
duty banding, etc to block ram movement during shipment.
(SEE SECTION II C FOR LIFTING INSTRUCTIONS)
B.
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS
Safety is basically a matter of common sense. There are standard safety rules, but
each situation has its own peculiarities which can not always be covered by rules.
Therefore, your experience and common sense will be your best guide to safety.
Be ever watchful for safety hazards and correct deficiencies promptly.
Use the following safety precautions as a general guide to safe operations:
1. Read the manual thoroughly before operating or working on the equipment.
2. Read and follow any safety instructions in the CATERPILLAR engine operators
manual.
3. Only well trained and experienced personnel should attempt to operate or maintain
this equipment.
4. Never adjust, lubricate or repair the unit when it is in operation, or lifted above
ground level.
5. Never remove, paint over or cover warning or safety labels. If labels become
damaged or unreadable, replace immediately.
6. All personnel should wear approved safety clothing, including HARD HATS,
SAFETY SHOES, SAFETY GLASSES and HEARING PROTECTION when in the
vicinity of this machinery.
7. Do not stand any closer to this equipment than necessary when it is in operation.
Parts may loosen and fall. Piling may shatter or break. Never stand under
operating, or elevated, equipment.
8. When maintaining or repairing the equipment, never substitute parts not supplied,
or approved in writing, by J&M.
9. Do not weld, or flame cut, on this equipment.
10. Never use or store flammable liquids on or near the engine.
11. Insure that all lifting equipment, including cranes, wire rope, slings, hooks, shackles,
etc., are properly sized for the worst case loads anticipated during operations.
12. If there are any questions about the weights, specifications, or performance of the
unit, contact J&M before handling or operating the equipment.
13. If the equipment is to be used for anything other than driving plumb piles, contact
J&M before using the unit.
14. Check wire rope clips for tightness, and check wire ropes for wear, daily.
15. Insure that ground vibrations will not damage or collapse adjacent structures or
excavations.
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