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Safety Procedures
CAUTION
Always locate drain/sewer cleaning machine as close as possible to opening of pipe .
Do not locate machine more than 3 feet from the opening of the pipe .
CAUTION
Avoid eye or skin contact with acids or caustic substances while cleaning drains
and sewers .
Always wear safety goggles and rubber gauntlet-style gloves when cleaning drains/sewers to avoid injury .
Before beginning work, ask the customer if acids or caustic substances are present in the pipe and take appropriate action to safeguard
yourself, the equipment, and your customer's property . If in doubt, litmus paper used at the opening of the pipe may give an indication
of the type of substance in the line . Litmus paper (acids/caustics) can be purchased at most pharmacies .
CAUTION
Drains/sewers carry bacteria and the possibility of infectious disease exists, if exposed .
Always wear safety goggles and rubber gloves .
Avoid contact with ears, eyes, or mouth with contents of pipe to lower the risk of infection .
Due to possibility of contact with contamination and explosive sewer gases,
do not smoke
when operating the Cadet
Avoid exposing any cuts to drains/sewers and sewer cleaning equipment .
FOLLOW ALL RULES OF SAFETY AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING.
• Keep work area clean .
• Keep all safety guards in place .
• Stay alert .
• Place machine and controls in stable and
accessible position for safe operation .
• Properly store the tools .
• Keep children away from all equipment .
• Use only recommended equipment and
accessories . Maintain tools in original working
condition .
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothes .
• Do not exceed limitations of equipment and
accessories .
• Avoid accidental starting by unplugging
machine when not in use .
• Always wear recommended safety gear .
• Always lift with legs and not your back .
• Wear hearing protection when using equipment
for exended periods of time .
