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ZI-RPE120GYN
Keep hands and feet away from moving machine parts and always ensure a safe stand
when working.
Make sure that the area to be tamped does not contain any "live" electric cables, gas or
water lines which could be damaged by vibration.
Remove adjustment tools from the machine before switching it on.
Never leave the running machine unattended.
Ensure that unauthorised persons maintain an appropriate safety distance from the
machine and keep children away from the machine in particular.
The machine may only be operated, serviced or repaired by persons who are familiar with
it and who have been informed of the dangers arising during this work.
Always wear suitable personal protective equipment (ear protection, dust mask, safety
shoes, close-fitting protective clothing, etc.)!
Do not work on the machine if it is tired, not concentrated or under the influence of
medication, alcohol or drugs!
Never operate the machine in the presence of flammable liquids or gases (danger of
explosion!).
Carry out conversion, adjustment, measuring and cleaning work only when the engine is
switched off.
Only use spare parts and accessories recommended by ZIPPER machines.
14.4
Special Safety Instructions for operating the ZI-RPE120GYN
Longer continuous use of the plate compactor can lead to circulatory disturbances,
especially of the hands, caused by vibration. Therefore, take regular breaks!
Wear suitable protective gloves to reduce the vibration intensity. The hardness of the
surface to be treated, personal predisposition to circulatory disorders and low outside
temperatures considerably reduce the permitted period of use.
When working in or near excavations or building pits, make sure that the walls are stable
and do not run the risk of collapsing due to vibration.
Keep away from edges and trenches and avoid situations where the vibratory plate could
tip over.
Excessive noise can cause hearing damage and temporary or permanent hearing loss.
Wear hearing protection certified to health and safety regulations to limit noise exposure.
Do not increase the regulated idle speed of the engine above 3,500 rpm. This could result
in damage to the machine or personal injury.
14.5
Safety instructions for machines with internal combustion
engine
Do not touch the engine and/or muffler during operation or immediately after switching
off! These areas become hot during operation and can cause burns.
Do not touch the spark plug connector when the engine is running (electric shock!).
Do not operate the unit in closed areas or in poorly ventilated rooms unless there is
adequate ventilation through exhaust fans or hoses. (Danger from carbon monoxide!)
Do not smoke while the machine is in operation.
Do not smoke when refuelling the machine.
Refuel the machine only in a well ventilated area.
Do not refuel the machine when the engine is running or the machine is still hot.
Do not refuel the machine near an open flame.
Do not spill any fuel when refuelling.
Do not crank a flooded petrol engine as long as the spark plug is removed - fuel
accumulated in the cylinder sprays out of the spark plug opening.
Do not carry out an ignition spark test on petrol engines if the engine is flooded or petrol
can be smelled. A stray spark could ignite the vapors.
Do not use petrol or other types of fuel or flammable solutions to clean machine parts,
especially in enclosed spaces. Vapors from fuels and solutions may explode.
Always keep the area around the muffler free from foreign substances such as leaves,
paper, cardboard, etc. A hot muffler could ignite these substances and cause a fire.
Close the fuel filler cap again after refuelling.
Check the fuel line and tank regularly for leaks and cracks. Do not operate the machine if
leaks in the fuel system are known.
