Safety Precautions - Tennant S8 Mode D'emploi

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

This machine is intended for commercial use only. It is designed to
pick up dirt, dry debris and dust from dry hard floor or carpeted surfaces
in an indoor or outdoor environment. It is not constructed for any other
use. The pick up of any type of liquid substance or dangerous/
toxic materials is prohibited.
All operators must read, understand and practice the following sa-
fety precautions.
The following warning alert symbol and the "FOR SAFETY" he-
ading are used throughout this manual as indicated in their de-
scription:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe practices
which could result in severe personal injury or de-
ath.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be followed for
safe operation of equipment.
Failure to follow these warnings may result in: personal injury,
electrocution, electric shock, fire or explosion:
WARNING: Do Not Operate Machine In Or Near
Flammable Liquids, Vapors Or Combustible Dusts.
This machine is not equipped with explosion proof motors. The
electric motors will spark upon start up and during operation which
could cause a flash fire or explosion if machine is used in an area
where flammable vapors/liquids or combustible dusts are present.
WARNING: Do Not Pick Up Flammable Or Toxic Ma-
terial, Burning Or Smoking Debris.
WARNING: Do Not Charge Batteries With Damaged
Power Cord. Do Not Modify Plug.
If the charger supply cord is damaged or broken, it must be repla-
ced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
WARNING: Disconnect Battery Cables and Unplug
Charger Power Cord Before Servicing Machine.
WARNING: Do Not Use On Wet Surfaces.
Do Not Expose To Rain. Store Indoors.
The following information signals potentially dangerous conditions
to the operator or equipment:
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
- In flammable or explosive areas.
- Unless trained and authorized.
- Unless operation manual is read and understood.
- If not in proper operating condition.
- Without hopper and/or filters in place.
2. Before starting machine:
- Make sure all safety devices are in place and
operate properly.
3. When using machine:
- Do not pick up burning or smoking debris, such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
- Do not operate in standing water.
- Report machine damage or faulty operation immediately.
- Go slow on inclines and slippery surfaces.
- Do not leave unattended or on an unlevel surface.
- Do not pick up cables, strings, wires or other similar material.
- Make sure area is illuminated.
- Never allow children to play on or around.
- Do not transport riders or objects.
- Wear a dust mask, protective glasses and gloves in dusty
environments.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
- Stop on level surface.
- Turn off machine.
5. When servicing machine:
- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose jackets, shirts, or sle-
eves.
- Disconnect battery connection and charger plug before wor-
king on machine.
- Use manufacturer supplied or approved replacement parts.
- All repairs must be performed by a qualified service person.
- Do not modify the machine from its original design.
- Wear protection gloves and safety glasses when handling
battery or battery cables.
- Avoid contact with battery acid.
- Do not operate machine on inclines that exceed a 2% grade.
6. When transporting machine:
- Turn machine off.
- Get assistance when lifting machine.
- Use a recommended ramp when loading/ unloading into/off
truck or trailer.
- Use tie-down straps to secure machine to truck or trailer.
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