PLATE COMPACTOR SAFETY WARNINGS
PLATE COMPACTOR SAFETY
1. Do not operate the unit near an open flame.
2. Do not smoke near the plate compactor.
3. Always turn the plate compactor off before refueling.
Allow the plate compactor to cool for at least 2 minutes
before removing fuel cap. Loosen the cap slowly to re-
lieve pressure in the fuel tank.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Gasoline may expand dur-
ing operation. Do not fill to the top of the tank. Allow for
expansion.
5. Always check for spilled fuel before operating.
6. Empty the fuel tank before storing or transporting the
plate compactor.
7. Do not use the unit in rainy or damp conditions.
8. Do not allow children or non-qualified persons to op-
erate the plate compactor.
9. Do not touch hot surfaces. Pay attention to warning
labels on the machine identifying hot parts.
10. Allow the unit to cool down after use before touching
the engine or areas of the plate compactor that become
hot during use.
11. Only use the unit for its intended purposes.
12. Only operate the unit on dry, level surfaces.
13. Turn the engine switch “OFF” when the engine is not
running.
14. Do not operate or service this machine before read-
ing the entire manual.
15. Never operate this equipment without proper pro-
tective clothing, shatterproof ANSI-approved glasses,
steel-toed boots, and other protective job site devices.
16. Never operate this equipment while under the influ-
ence of drugs or alcohol or while feeling fatigued or ill.
17. Always check the machine for loosened threads or
bolts before starting.
18. Always wear proper respiratory, hearing, and eye
protection during operation.
19. Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any
accident due to equipment modifications and will also
void the warranty.
20. Never use accessories or attachments that are not
recommended by WEN for this model of plate compac-
tor.
21. DO NOT add fuel to the plate compactor if it is placed
on top of a plastic surface such as a pickup truck bed
with a plastic liner. This creates the possibility of ignition
or explosion due to static electricity buildup.
22. Always refuel in well-ventilated areas. Never operate
near open flames, sparks, or any other item that could
cause the fumes of the gasoline to ignite.
23. Before performing compacting work near buildings
or above pipelines, check the effect of the vibrations on
the buildings and pipelines. If necessary, immediately
stop the compacting work.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool”
in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING! This unit produces heat when running. Temperatures near exhaust can exceed 1500º F (650º C).
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