Wacker Neuson 0008954 Operator's manual - Safety Information

Safety information

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2.

Safety information

For vibrating plates with combustion engine drive

2.1

General instructions

2.1.1

Vibrating plates may only be operated by persons who

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are at least 18 years of age,

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are physically and mentally fit for this job,

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have been instructed in operating vibrating plates and have proved

their ability for the job to the employer,

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may be expected to carry out the job they are charged with carefully.

The persons must be assigned the job of operating vibrating plates by

the employer.

2.1.2

Vibrating plates are to be applied only for compacting work. Both the

manufacturer's operator's manual and this safety information must be

observed.

2.1.3

The persons charged with the operation of vibrating plates must be

made familiar with the necessary safety measures relating to the

machine. In case of extraordinary uses, the employer shall give the

necessary additional instructions.

2.1.4

It is possible that these vibrating plates exceed the admissible sound

level of 89 dB (A). If the sound level reaches 89 dB (A) or more, the

employees must wear ear protection.

2.2

Operation

2.2.1

The engine is started using a recoil starter. The decompression

automatic allows an easy and kickback-free start-up procedure.

2.2.2

The function of operation levers or elements must not be influenced or

rendered ineffective.