MVH408GH PLATE COMPACTOR • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #0 (03/25/14)— PAGE 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
NEVER
operate this equipment without proper protective
clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection,
hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective
devices required by the job or city and state regulations.
NEVER
operate this equipment when not
feeling well due to fatigue, illness or when
under medication.
NEVER
operate this equipment under the infl uence of
drugs or alcohol.
ALWAYS
check the equipment for loosened threads or
bolts before starting.
DO NOT
use the equipment for any purpose other than
its intended purposes or applications.
ALWAYS
clear the work area of any debris, tools, etc.
that would constitute a hazard while the equipment is
in operation.
NOTICE
This equipment should only be operated by trained and
qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older.
Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and
safety decals when they become diffi cult read.
Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any
accident due to equipment modifi cations. Unauthorized
equipment modifi cation will void all warranties.
NEVER
use accessories or attachments that are not
recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage
to the equipment and/or injury to user may result.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest
fi re extinguisher.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest
fi rst aid kit.
ALWAYS
know the location of the nearest phone or
keep
a phone on the job site.
Also, know the phone numbers
of the nearest
ambulance, doctor
and
fi re department.
This information will be invaluable in the case of an
emergency.
