PAGE14 — SP7060 PAVEMENT SAW • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (02/13/09)
BATTERY
The battery contains acids that can cause injury to the
eyes and skin. To avoid eye irritation, ALWAYS wear safety
glasses or face shielding. Use well insulated gloves when
picking the battery up. Use the following guidelines when
handling the battery.
DO NOT drop the battery. Any impact to the
battery may cause it to explode.
DO NOT expose the battery to open flames,
sparks, lit cigarettes etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these gases and liquids
come in contact with a flame or spark, an explosion can
occur.
ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged a buildup of combustible gas will occur.
ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated area
to avoid risk of a dangerous concentration of combustible
gases.
ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.
Disconnect battery cables before inspecting
electrical system and never “spark” battery
terminals to test for charge.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid)
comes in contact with
clothing or skin
,
rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes in contact
with your
eyes
, rinse eyes immediately with plenty of
water, then contact the nearest doctor or hospital and
seek medical attention.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Maintain this equipment in a safe operating condition at
all times.
ALWAYS shut down the engine and disconnect battery
before performing service or maintenance functions.
Contact with moving parts can cause serious injury.
Securely support any saw components that must be
raised.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a
running saw.
ALWAYS allow the saw a proper amount of time to cool
before servicing.
Prior to service, level the frame surface.
Anytime the saw is lifted onto its nose, or tilted fully
back, such as for maintenance access, the high end of
the saw MUST be blocked up to prevent the possibility
of crush injury.
Make sure that there is no buildup of concrete, grease,
oil or debris on the machine.
Repair damage to the saw immediately and always
replace broken parts.
Dispose of hazardous waste properly. Examples of
potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel and
fuel filters.
DO NOT use plastic food containers to dispose of
hazardous waste.
DO NOT pour waste oil or fuel directly onto the ground,
down a drain or into any water source.
NEVER store saw with fuel in the tank for any extended
period of time. Always clean up spilled fuel immediately.
EMERGENCIES
ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
fire extinguisher
.
ALWAYS know the location of the nearest
first aid kit
.
Know the phone numbers of the nearest
ambulance
,
doctor
and
fire department
. Ensure that a phone or
radio is readily available at the jobsite. If this is not
possible, know the location of the nearest phone. This
information will be invaluable in the event of an
emergency.