SECTION 1 SAFETY
1-8 DD-29/31HF/38HF Vibratory Asphalt Compactors
NEVER jump start a frozen battery, as it will explode. While charging, lead acid batteries
generate explosive gases.
KEEP sparks, flames and lighted smoking materials away from batteries.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when working on or near batteries.
PROCEED as follows when jump starting the compactor:
• Connect the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
• Connect the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery to the best ground point on
the compactor, away from the battery.
• Follow all the recommended engine starting procedures.
• Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order of their connection as soon as the
engine has started.
Operating
ALWAYS make sure that no person or obstruction is in your line of travel before starting the
compactor in motion.
NEVER CLIMB onto or off of the compactor while it is in motion.
ALWAYS remain seated with the seat belt on when operating the compactor whether
compacting, traveling, or loading/unloading.
USE EXTREME CAUTION and be very observant when operating in close quarters or
congested areas.
NEVER carry passengers.
CLOSE all sound baffles during operation.
KNOW the area in which you are working. Familiarize yourself with work site obstructions and
any other potential hazards in the area.
KNOW and USE the hand signals required for particular jobs and know who has the
responsibility for signaling.
DO NOT work in the vicinity of overhanging banks or on grades that could cause the
compactor to slide or roll over.
AVOID side hill travel. ALWAYS operate up and down slopes. ALWAYS keep the propulsion
(travel) control lever in low speed range as close to the “STOP” position as practical when
climbing or descending hills.
In the case of a rollover of a machine equipped with a factory installed cab, the cabin access
door cannot be opened. The rear window and the right-hand window can be used as
emergency exits.
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