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WORK AREA
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Keep work area clean,
free of clutter and well lit.
Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
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Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a sweeper. Distractions can cause you to
lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
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Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits,
water pipes and other mechanical hazards in your
work area, part
icularly those hazards below the work surface hidden from the operator’s view that
may be unintentionally contacted and may cause personal harm or property damage.
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Be alert of your surroundings.
Using a sweeper in confined work areas may put you dangerously
close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert,
watch what you are doing and use common sense when using a sweeper. Do not use a
sweeper while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating a sweeper may result in serious personal injury.
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Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
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Use safety apparel and equipment.
Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields which
comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust mask in dusty
work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes,
hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
SWEEPER USE AND CARE
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Do not modify the sweeper
in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications for which the
sweeper was designed.
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Always check for damaged or worn out parts before using the sweeper.
Broken parts will
affect the sweeper operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Do not exceed the sweeper
load capacity.
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Distribute the load evenly.
Uneven loads may cause the sweeper to tip, resulting in personal
injury to the operator or others.
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Use the sweeper
on flat and level surfaces
capable of supporting the sweeper and its maximum
load. Pulling or pushing a load on a slanted or uneven surface can result in loss of control.
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Store idle sweeper.
When the sweeper is not in use, store it in a secure place out of the reach of
children. Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
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Before storing
the sweeper, always empty the hopper bag.
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Axle
needs lubrication before each usage.
