SAFETY
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GENERAL HAZARDS AND PREVENTION SAFETY
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• Read, understand, and follow the operator's
manual instructions, warnings, and safety messages.
• Do not allow untrained or unauthorized persons to
operate equipment.
• Do not allow untrained coworkers to operate or
assist in operating equipment.
• Do not allow bystanders near equipment or work
area.
• Do not allow anyone to operate equipment while
under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Do not use drugs or alcohol before or while
operating equipment.
• Consult medical professional for medication
impairment side effects.
•Wear appropriate safety personal protective
equipment (PPE).
•Wear appropriate breathing respirator and protective
suit when operating with hazardous or unknown
substances.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry to avoid injury
from entanglement in rotating parts.
• Keep body and limbs away from suction inlets.
• Do not open or close the tailgate or raise or lower
the body unless the area is clear of people and
obstructions.
• Never put any part of your body under an open
tailgate unless it is sufficiently propped.
• Never operate the vacuum pump unless you are
certain the suction hose is clear of people and
obstructions.
• Never operate the vacuum pump without the safety
relief systems working properly as described within
this manual.
• Do not enter the debris body if hazardous
materials are suspected inside the debris body. Take
the unit to a certified tank cleaning facility.
• Always shut off the engine, remove the key, and
set the parking brake before working on the truck or
equipment.
• Stay alert. Prolonged operation can cause fatigue.
Stop and rest.
To avoid serious injury or death, do the following:
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