Smith SPS8 - Safety Guidelines

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1/2009
SPS8
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Incorrect use of the surface planer can result in
property damage, personal injury, or death.
Be sure to read and follow all directions and
precautions as outlined in this manual.
   •Alwayswearprotectiveequipment,includingearprotectionandgoggles.
   •Neverwearbaggyorloosettingclothingthatcanbecaughtoncontrolsor 
moving parts.
   •Thesurfacepreparatorcanemityingparticlesanddebrisduringoperation.
   Neveroperatethemachinenearbystanders,animalsorchildren.
   •Checkuidlevelsandgetacquaintedwiththecontrols,enginekillswitchand
other safety controls (pg. 5).
   •Donotoperatethemachineinanexplosiveatmosphere,nearcombustible
materials, or when gas fumes may not be properly dispersed.
   •Repairanyfuelleaksimmediatelyandremoveaccumulateddustfrequently
   fromtheairltersystem.
   •Neverleavethemachineunattendedwhenrunning,andyoumustholdonto
the handle with two hands when the cutter drum is engaged.
   •Avoidcontactwiththemuferwhentheengineishot,asitmaycause
severe burns.
   •Whenusingavacuumsystem,avoidhosecontactwiththemufer.
   •Ensurethatallguardsareinplacebeforethemachineisoperated,since
rotating and moving parts will cause injury upon contact.
   •Makesurethattheengineisshutdownandthesparkplugisdisconnected
before servicing.