FLEXTOOL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
POWERVIBE HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATOR
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1300 353 986
flextool.com.au
CONTENT
Introduction
2
Applications
2
Functions and controls
2
Hazards and risks
2
Operation
3
Care and preventive maintenance
3
Cleaning and storage
3
INTRODUCTION
General Safety Instructions for the Operation of
Power Equipment
The goal of Flextool is to produce power equipment that helps
the operator work safely and efficiently. The most important
safety device for this or any tool is the operator. Care and good
judgement are the best protection against injury. All possible
hazards cannot be covered in this manual, but we have tried to
highlight some of the important items. Operators should look
for and obey Caution, Warning and Danger labels placed on the
equipment. Operators should read and follow safety instructions
packed with each product to learn how each machine works.
Even if you have previously used similar equipment carefully
check out each machine before you use it, get the "feel" for it
and know its capabilities, limitations, potential hazards, how it
operates, and how it stops.
APPLICATIONS
Civil:
roadways, kerbing, runways, pre-cast beams, bridge
decks, piers and columns.
Commercial building:
strip and raft foundations, stairs, walls,
wall panels and columns, floors, suspended slabs, tilt panels and
retaining walls.
Residential building:
floor stumps, wall cavities, house slabs,
wall footings, septic tanks, paving slabs. And driveways
FUNCTION AND CONTROLS
POWERVIBE
The Flextool PowerVibe operates from a standard 240 Volt / 10
Amp power outlet. Prior to connecting the unit to the power
socket ensure a safe environment for operation free from sharp
objects and water that could cause damage to the power cord.
Inspect the entire unit including control box, RCD protection unit
and power cord to ensure all are in good and safe operating
condition.
1. Prior to connecting to the power socket ensure the PowerVibe
control switch is in the OFF “O” position.
2. Connect the PowerVibe to the power socket
3. Push the reset button on the RCD protection unit to active the
device
4. Push the control switch to the ON “I” position to start the
PowerVibe
5. Vibration will start after 2 seconds at low speed – Vibration will
then slowly increase to maximum operating speed.
6. To turn off push the control switch to the OFF “O” position
7. Disconnect the plug from the power socket.
HAZARDS AND RISKS
NEVER allow any person to operate equipment without
adequate instruction.
ENSURE all operators read, understand and follow the
operating instructions.
SERIOUS INJURY may result from improper or careless use of
this machine
MECHANICAL HAZARDS
DO NOT operate the machine unless all protective guards &
covers are in place.
ENSURE that the electricity supply to the unit is disconnected
/ isolated before removing guards and covers or making
adjustments.
KEEP hands and feet clear of rotating and moving parts as
they will cause injury if contacted.
DO NOT leave the equipment in operation while it is
unattended.
EXERCISE CARE when handling concrete vibrators. Exposure
to vibration or repetitive work actions may be harmful to hands
and arms.
DO NOT hold the vibrator head in your hands while it is
running. Hold the vibrator by the flexible shaft to isolate your
hands from the vibration.
NEVER stand on the vibrating head while it is operating.
ENSURE that repairs to machinery are carried out by
QUALIFIED & LICENCED personnel.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
RISK OF FATAL OR SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL
SHOCK may arise through incorrect use, operating the
equipment where leads and other electrical components are
damaged or through ingress of moisture and water.
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS may be high due to the careless use
of equipment and extension leads.
INSPECT electrical leads, plugs and sockets regularly for
damage, if any damage is found isolate equipment and seek
immediate repair.
DO NOT operate the equipment using coiled or tangled
extension leads.
