Clarke
®
Operator's Manual - Encore S17/L17
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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
ADVERTENCIA
DANGER:
Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in
severe bodily injury or death. Read and observe all DANGER
statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the machine.
WARNING:
Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result
in injury to you or to other personnel; property damage could
occur as well. Read and observe all WARNING statements found in
the Operator's Manual and on the machine.
CAUTION:
Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result in
damage to the machine or to other property. Read and observe all
CAUTION statements found in the Operator's Manual and on the
machine.
DANGER:
Failure to read the Operator's Manual prior to operating or attempting any service or
maintenance procedure to your Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to
other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well.
You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If you or
your operator(s) cannot read English, have this manual explained fully before
attempting to operate this machine.
DANGER:
Operating a machine that is not completely or fully assembled could result in injury
or property damage. Do not operate this machine unless it is completely
assembled. Inspect the machine carefully before operation.
DANGER:
Machines can cause an explosion when operated near flammable materials and
vapors. Do not use this machine with or near fuels, grain dust, solvents, thinners,
or other flammable materials. This machine is not suitable for picking up hazardous
dust. Use only commercially available floor cleaning chemicals intended for
machine application.
DANGER:
Lead acid batteries generate gases which can cause an explosion. Keep sparks
and flames away from batteries. Do not smoke around the machine. Charge the
batteries only in an area with good ventilation. Make sure that the AC charger plug
is unplugged from the wall receptacle and stowed before operating the machine.
DANGER:
Working with batteries can be dangerous! Always wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working near batteries. Remove all jewelry. Do not put
tools or other metal objects across the battery terminals, or on the tops of the
batteries.
DANGER:
Using a charger with a damaged power cord could result in an electrocution. Do
not use the charger if the power cord is damaged.
WARNING:
Operating this machine from anywhere other than the back of the machine could result in
injury or damage. Operate this machine only from the rear.
WARNING:
This machine is heavy. Get assistance before attempting to transport or move it. Use
two able persons to move the machine on a ramp or incline. Always move slowly. Do
not turn the machine on a ramp. Do not use on surfaces having a gradient exceeding that
marked on the appliance. Read the "Procedures For Transporting" in this manual before
transporting as machine might topple over if not secured.
WARNING:
Machines can topple over and cause injury or damage if guided over the edges of stairs or
loading docks. Stop and leave this machine only on a level surface. When you stop the
machine, put all switches into their "OFF" position. On L17 models turn the key switch
"OFF" and remove the key.
