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Model SPD-6
4. sAfety
4.1 sAfety Alert symBol And sIGnAl
Words
This manual covers the SPD-6 produced by Midland
Machinery. Before setting up, operating or servicing
the SPD-6, you must read, understand and follow the
instructions and safety warnings in this manual. Your
machine may not be equipped with some of the optional
equipment shown in the illustrations in this manual.
All personnel that will be operating, maintaining and
working around this machine must read and understand
these documents before interacting with the SPD-6.
NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO OPERATE THIS
EQUIPMENT WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING!
If you have any safety concerns or questions that are
not covered by this manual, please contact Midland
Machinery at 1-716-692-1200.
^
This symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The level of risk is indicated by the following signal
words:
^ DANGER
DANGER - Indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, WILL result in death
or serious injury.
^ WARNING
WARNING - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
^ CAUTION
CAUTION - Indicates a hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE - Indicates a situation that could
result in damage to the equipment or other
property.
4.2 HAzArds
SPD-6 is a complex machine and its operation requires
a high level of machine knowledge and skill. Safe
use is dependant on correct operation and proper
maintenance.
4.2.1 mAIntenAnCe
Before servicing machine:
1. Park on a rm level surface.
2. Apply parking brakes.
3. Turn engine off, close and lock control panel cover.
4. Chock tires.
5. Place a “Do Not Operate” tag on operators console.
Read and understand this manual. If you do not
understand any part of this manual, contact your dealer.
Always wear face or eye protection, safety shoes, and
other protective items as required.
Do not make unauthorized modications to machine.
Contact your dealer before you weld, cut/drill holes, or
make any other modications to your machine. Always
use Midland Machinery replacement parts.
If you must service machine with engine running, have
someone in constant visual contact who can shut off
engine if necessary.
If you must service machine with an attachment raised,
block attachment up to prevent attachment falling in
case of pressure or power loss.
4.2.2 Burn preventIon
Battery acid causes severe burns. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
• If acid contacts skin: Flush with water. Apply baking
soda or lime to neutralize acid and get immediate
medical attention.
• If acid contacts eyes: Flush with water for 15
minutes and get immediate medical attention.
• If acid is swallowed: Drink large quantities of water
or milk, then drink milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or
vegetable oil and get immediate medical attention.
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