Use and Care Manual
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol, CAUTION indicates a potentially hazard-
ous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
1.2 Operating Safety
Familiarity and proper training are required for the safe operation of this equipment.
Equipment operated improperly or by untrained personnel can be dangerous! Read the
operating instructions and familiarize yourself with the location and proper use of all
instruments and controls. Inexperienced operators should receive instruction from
someone familiar with the equipment before being allowed to operate the rammer.
-NEVER operate rammer in applications for which it is not intended.
-NEVER allow improperly trained personnel to operate rammer.
-NEVER touch hot muler, engine cylinders, or cooling fins.
-NEVER use accessories or attachments for the rammer, which are not recommended by
TOMAHAWK POWER. Damage to the rammer and/or injury to user may occur.
-NEVER leave a running machine unattended.
-NEVER run machine indoors or in an enclosed area such as a deep trench unless ade-
quate ventilation is provided. Exhaust gas from the engine contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas; exposure to carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may
lead to death.
-NEVER tamper with or disable the function of operating controls.
-NEVER use choke to stop the engine.
-NEVER operate the machine in areas where explosions may occur.
-ALWAYS remove or disconnect engine spark plug before servicing rammer, to avoid
accidental start-up.
-ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in the Operation Manual before
attempting to operate equipment.
-ALWAYS be sure that all other persons are at a safe distance away from the rammer. Stop
the machine if people step into the working area of the machine.
-ALWAYS be sure the operator is familiar with proper safety precautions and operation
techniques before using rammer.
-ALWAYS wear protective clothing when operating rammer. Wear goggles or safety glass-
es, hearing protection, and safety shoes.
-ALWAYS keep hands, feet, and loose clothing away from the moving parts of rammer.
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