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Operator's Manual (EN) - Focus Rider
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OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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
your Owner's Manual and on your 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 your Owner's Manual and
on your 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 our Owner's Manual and on your 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 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. Operate only when lids, doors and
access panels are securely closed.
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
or flammable materials. Use only commercially available floor cleaning waxes intended
for machine operation.
DO NOT
put gasoline, combustible or flammable materials in
the solution or recovery tank.
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.
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 the tops of the batteries.
DANGER:
Using the charger with a damaged power cord could result in an electrocution. Do not
use the charger if the power cord is damaged.
WARNING:
Do not turn the machine on a ramp. Do not use on surfaces having a gradient exceeding that
marked on the appliance.
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. Turn the key switch "OFF" and remove the
key.
WARNING:
Skidding may occur when traveling at high speeds and attempting sharp turns, especially on
wet surfaces.
WARNING:
Do not move machine with forklift. Damage could occur to machine.
WARNING:
Maintenance and repairs performed by unauthorized personnel could result in damage or
injury. Maintenance and repairs must be performed by authorized Clarke personnel only.
