User's Manual

MVC-88GE/GEW PLATE COMPACTOR — OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #1 (01/10/11) — PAGE 9
MVC-88GE/GEW PLATE COMPACTOR — SAFETY INFORMATION
FUEL SAFETY
DANGER
 DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck
bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or
fire due to static electricity.
 DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible
fluids. Diesel fuel is extremely flammable and its vapors
can cause an explosion if ignited.
 ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from
sparks and open flames.
 ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with
flammable liquids.
 DO NOT fill the fuel tank while the engine is running
or hot.
 DO NOT overfill tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it
comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from
the ignition system.
 Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated
areas and away from sparks and flames.
 NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent.
 DO NOT smoke around or near the
equipment. Fire or explosion could result
from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a
hot engine.
FUEL
FUEL
BATTERY SAFETY (ELECTRIC START ONLY)
DANGER
 DO NOT drop the battery. There is a possibility that the
battery will explode.
 DO NOT expose the battery to open flames,
sparks, cigarettes, etc. The battery contains
combustible gases and liquids. If these
gases and liquids come into contact with a
flame or spark, an explosion could occur.
WARNING
 ALWAYS wear safety glasses when
handling the battery to avoid eye irritation.
The battery contains acids that can cause
injury to the eyes and skin.
 Use well-insulated gloves when picking up
the battery.
 ALWAYS keep the battery charged. If the battery is not
charged, combustible gas will build up.
 DO NOT charge battery if frozen. Battery can explode.
When frozen, warm the battery to at least 61°F (16°C).
 ALWAYS recharge the battery in a well-ventilated
environment to avoid the risk of a dangerous concentration
of combustible gases.
 If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid)
comes into contact with clothing or skin,
rinse skin or clothing immediately with
plenty of water.
 If the battery liquid (dilute sulfuric acid) comes into
contact with eyes, rinse eyes immediately with plenty
of water and contact the nearest doctor or hospital to
seek medical attention.
CAUTION
 ALWAYS disconnect the NEGATIVE battery terminal
before performing service on the equipment.
 ALWAYS keep battery cables in good working condition.
Repair or replace all worn cables.