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5. Keep work area organized and clean. Wipe up oil spills of any

kind. Keep tools and parts off floor. Eliminate the possibility of
a fall which could result in serious injury.

6. Be sure to reinstall safety devices, guards or shields after

adjusting and/or servicing the machine.

7. After servicing, be sure that all tools, parts or servicing equip-

ment are removed from the vehicle or engine.

8. Do not get into a rush!

Use recommended hand holds and

steps with at least three points of support when getting on
and off the paver. Keep steps, floors, hand holds and controls
clean and free of grease. Face the machine when climbing up
and down and never jump off the paver or dismount while it is
in motion.

9. Keep all personnel clear of augers, rollers and carriage frame

when operating the paver.

10. Do not permit riders on the paver.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS PRECAUTIONS

1. Make sure that all components are in good working condition.

Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or crimped hoses
and metal lines.

2. Do not attempt makeshift repairs using tape, clamps or

cements. The hydraulic system operates under extremely high

pressure and such repairs could cause serious injury.

3. Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for a high

pressure leak. Use a piece of wood or cardboard as a back stop
instead of hands to isolate and identify leaks.

REFUELING PRECAUTIONS

1. When refueling, keep the hose nozzle or the funnel and con-

tainer in contact with the metal of the fuel tank to avoid the
possibility of an electrical spark igniting the fuel.

2. Do not overfill the fuel tank - overflow creates a fire hazard.
3. DO NOT SMOKE when refueling and never refuel when engine

is running.

4. Prevent fires by keeping the machine clean of debris, grease

and spilled fuel.

If injured by concentrated high pressure steam or

hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention immediately!

Serious infections or toxic reaction can develop from

hydraulic fluid penetrating the skin.

The safety alert symbol recognizes important safety messages written
on the paver decals, as well as, in this manual. When you see this
symbol, be alert to possible danger that could result in serious injury
or death.
Note the use of key signal words in association with the safety alert
symbol:

DANGER

- An immediate and specific hazard which will result in

severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.

WARNING

- A specific hazard or unsafe practice which could result

in severe personal injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

CAUTION

- Unsafe practices which could result in personal injury if

proper precautions are not taken and as a reminder of good safety
practices.

YOU

are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your

Allen Paver. You must ensure that you and anyone else who is going
to operate, maintain or work around the machine be familiar with the
operating and maintenance procedures and all related safety informa-
tion contained in this manual.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. Always read and fully understand the Operator’s Manual and the

safety decals on the machine before trying to operate or service
this equipment.

2. It is wise to have a first aid kit available and to be familiar with

its contents.

Keep a “charged” fire extinguisher within reach whenever you

work in an area where fire may occur. Also, be sure you have the

correct type of extinguisher for your situation:

•

Type A: Wood, paper, textile and rubbish.

• Type B: Flammable liquids.
• Type C: Electrical equipment.

4. Be sure to wear safe work clothing. It should be well fitted and

in good repair. Do not wear rings, wrist watches or loose fitting
clothing when working on machinery, they could catch on mov-
ing parts causing serious injury. Wear sturdy, rough soled work
shoes, safety glasses and any other protective gear that is war-
ranted by the work environment.

SECTION 1

SAFETY

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1.1 - General Safety Precautions