MULTIQUIP MTX70HD Manuals

OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. To find the latest revision of this publication, visit our website at: www.multiquip.com SERIES MODEL MTX70HD TAMPING RAMMER (HONDA GX100UKRBF GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #2 (10/26/18) PAGE 6 — MTX70HD RAMMER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (10/26/18) SAFETY INFORMATION Do not operate or service the equipment before reading the entire manual. Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the safety messages and operating instructions could result in injury to yourself and others. SAFETY MESSAGES The four safety messages shown below will inform you about potential hazards that could injure you or others. The safety messages specifi cally address the level of exposure to the operator and are preceded by one of four words: DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or NOTICE. SAFETY SYMBOLS DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in MINOR or MODERATE INJURY. NOTICE Addresses practices not related to personal injury. Potential hazards associated with the operation of this equipment will be referenced with hazard symbols which may appear throughout this manual in conjunction with safety messages. MTX70HD RAMMER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (10/26/18) — PAGE 7 SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY CAUTION � NEVER operate this equipment without proper protective clothing, shatterproof glasses, respiratory protection, hearing protection, steel-toed boots and other protective devices required by the job or city and state regulations. � NEVER operate this equipment when not feeling well due to fatigue, illness or when under medication. � NEVER operate this equipment under the infl uence of drugs or alcohol. � ALWAYS check the equipment for loosened threads or bolts before starting. � DO NOT use the equipment for any purpose other than its intended purposes or applications. NOTICE � This equipment should only be operated by trained and qualifi ed personnel 18 years of age and older. � Whenever necessary, replace nameplate, operation and safety decals when they become diffi cult read. � Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifi cations. Unauthorized equipment modifi cation will void all warranties. � NEVER use accessories or attachments that are not recommended by Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. � ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fi re extinguisher. � ALWAYS know the location of the nearest fi rst aid kit. � ALWAYS know the location of the nearest phone or keep a phone on the job site. Also, know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fi re department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency. RAMMER SAFETY DANGER � NEVER operate the equipment in an explosive atmosphere or near combustible materials. An explosion or fi re could result causing severe bodily harm or even death. WARNING � NEVER disconnect any emergency or safety devices. These devices are intended for operator safety. Disconnection of these devices can cause severe injury, bodily harm or even death. Disconnection of any of these devices will void all warranties. � DO NOT use this machine on ground that is harder than the machine can handle, or for driving pilings or tamping rock beds. Furthermore, use of the machine on sloping ground, such as the side of an embankment, may make the machine unstable and can cause an accident. It can also result in premature machine wear due to uneven loads on the machine. Use the machine with confi dence for tamping earth and sand, soil, gravel, and asphalt. DO NOT use the machine for other types of jobs. CAUTION � NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine. NOTICE � ALWAYS keep the machine in proper running condition. � Fix damage to machine and replace any broken parts immediately. � ALWAYS store equipment properly when it is not being used. Equipment should be stored in a clean, dry location out of the reach of children and unauthorized personnel. PAGE 8 — MTX70HD RAMMER • OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL — REV. #2 (10/26/18) SAFETY INFORMATION ENGINE SAFETY DANGER � The engine fuel exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and odorless, and can cause death if inhaled. � The engine of this equipment requires an adequate free fl ow of cooling air. NEVER operate this equipment in any enclosed or narrow area where free fl ow of the air is restricted. If the air fl ow is restricted it will cause injury to people and property and serious damage to the equipment or engine. WARNING � DO NOT place hands or fingers inside engine compartment when engine is running. � NEVER operate the engine with heat shields or guards removed. � DO NOT remove the engine oil drain plug while the engine is hot. Hot oil will gush out of the oil tank and severely scald any persons in the general area of the rammer. CAUTION � NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, muffl er or cylinder. Allow these parts to cool before servicing equipment. NOTICE � NEVER run engine without an air fi lter or with a dirty air fi lter. Severe engine damage may occur. Service air fi lter frequently to prevent engine malfunction. � NEVER tamper with the factory settings of the engine or engine governor. Damage to the engine or equipment can result if operating in speed ranges above the maximum allowable. FUEL SAFETY DANGER � DO NOT add fuel to equipment if it is placed inside truck bed with plastic liner. Possibility exists of explosion or fi re due to static electricity. � DO NOT start the engine near spilled fuel or combustible fl uids. Fuel is extremely fl ammable and its vapors can cause an explosion if ignited. � ALWAYS refuel in a well-ventilated area, away from sparks and open fl ames. � ALWAYS use extreme caution when working with fl ammable liquids. � DO NOT fi ll the fuel tank while the engine is running or hot. � DO NOT overfi ll tank, since spilled fuel could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine parts or sparks from the ignition system. � Store fuel in appropriate containers, in well-ventilated areas and away from sparks and fl ames. � NEVER use fuel as a cleaning agent. � DO NOT smoke around or near the equipment. Fire or explosion could result from fuel vapors or if fuel is spilled on a hot engine.