I.
PROPANE MACHINE SAFETY
A.
Purpose
The accepted demand for and use of propane powered burnishers underscores the need for responsible manufacturers and
users to stress the importance of safety. This manual is designed to provide the information you need to ensure proper and
safe use of propane powered burnishers.
In addition, we recommend operators of propane powered burnishers complete a program of training and certification on
the safe operation of this equipment.
B. Refueling and Storage of Fuel Cylinders
Propane cylinders should only be filled by an authorized propane dealer. When not in use, they should always be stored
outside in an upright position in a secure, tamper-proof, steel mesh storage cabinet. This cabinet may be located next to the
building but with at least five feet of space between the cabinet and the nearest building opening (door or window).
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard for Storage and Handling of LP Gas is the appropriate authority
on safe propane use. A copy of this publication is available through the National Fire Protection Association in Quincy,
Massachusetts (1-800-334-3555).
C. Safety in Engineering
Nilfisk-Advance engineers and manufactures machines utilizing U.L. (Underwriters Laboratories), CE, and C.G.A. (Canadian
Gas Association) approved components where possible. When a tag or tags bearing the U.L. and/or C.G.A. insignia is/are
affixed to the machine, it indicates that the entire machine has been researched, tested, and is listed by one or both
organizations as having met all of their safety criteria.
In some cases, the tag will be affixed to a particular component. This means that only the component is listed. Component
recognition for the following parts is important: fuel cylinders, couplings, regulators, and fuel lines. We strongly recommend
that you use only machines meeting the above minimum requirements.
Even though the Kent propane powered burnishers meet the O.S.H.A. Time Weighted Average (TWA) standard for noise,
hearing protection is supplied with each machine and must be worn.
D. Use and Care
Your Kent propane powered burnisher is packaged with a detailed Operator's Manual. Safety dictates that before using any
new equipment operators read and understand the Operator's Manual. We strongly recommend this practice.
E. Canadian Safety Regulations
1. "A sign indicating "NO SMOKING" shall be permanently displayed at the storage area. The sign shall be in accordance
with the sign required in Clause 10.12.3 of CAN/CGA-B149.2-M91, Propane Installation Code."
2. "When the cylinder is attached to the floor maintenance machine for use, the operator shall not leave the unit
unattended except for short periods of time such as rest stops, washroom or meal stops."
3. "The requirements of 1.10.1 (e) and (g) do not apply in industrial buildings."
4. "A floor maintenance machine shall only be used in buildings:
a) provided with continuous mechanical ventilation that removes the products of combustion to the outdoors of not less
than 300 CFM for each 10,000 Btu-hr input or fraction thereof;
b) provided with natural ventilation of not less than 300 CFM for each 10,000 Btu-hr input or fraction thereof, based on a
maximum of one quarter air exchange per hour for the net building volume."
5. "The owner of a floor maintenance machine shall ensure that the operator has participated in a course authorized by the
manufacturer of the unit on the safe handling of propane and the safe operation of the machine."
6. "The owner of a floor maintenance machine shall ensure that the unit is maintained in accordance with the
manufacturer's recommended maintenance procedures in a safe operating condition and the owner shall maintain a
record of the maintenance for a period of two years."
7. "Before transporting a floor maintenance machine, the cylinder shall be securely fastened, with the system valve closed
and the cylinder shall be located in a well ventilated space."
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