1. Safety regulations
This Ammann machine has been built according to the state
of the art in compliance with the pertinent rules. Neverthe-
less, these machines can still constitute a hazard to persons
and property if:
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not used for the intended purpose,
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not operated by suitably qualified and instructed personnel,
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modified or converted in an improper manner,
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the pertinent safety regulations are not observed
For this reason, any person entrusted with the operation,
maintenance or repair of the machine is obliged to read and
follow the operating instructions and particulary to observe
the safety regulations. If necessary, it must be confirmed by
the signature of the company using the machine.
Furthermore, the following must be made known and ob-
served:
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pertinent regulations for the prevention of accidents,
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generally recognised safety rules,
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country-specific regulations
Normal use
The machine is suitable for all compaction jobs in civil works and
road construction. All ground materials such as sand, gravel,
sludge, crushed stone, asphalt and composite sett paving can be
compacted.
Improper use
The machine can constitute hazards if not used by instructed
personnell or for other than the intended purpose.
Weighing down and riding on the machine is forbidden.
The machine must not be used on slopes with a gradient of more
than 25° (Honda 20°).
Do not use the machine on hard concrete, set asphaltic surfaces,
highly frozen or unstable surfaces.
Who is allowed to operate the machine?
Only suitable qualified, instructed and authorised persons over
18 years of age may operate the machine.
Maintenance and repairs, in particular of hydraulic systems and
electronic components require special knowledge and must be
carried out only by skilled persons (mechanics specialising in
construction and agricultural machinery).
Conversions and modifications to the machine
Unauthorised modifications and conversion of the machine are
not permitted for safety reasons.
Spare parts and special equipment not delivered by us are also
not approved by us. The installation and/or the use of such parts
can also have a detrimental effect on the operating safety.
The manufacturer disclaims all liability for any damage resulting
from the use of non-original parts or special equipment.
Safety information in the operating and maintenance
instructions
The following signs and designations are used in the manual to
designate instructions of particular importance:
Refers to special information on how to use the machine
most efficiently.
Important
Refers to special information and/or orders and
prohibitions directed towards preventing damage
Attention
Refers to orders and prohibitions designed to
prevent injury or extensive damage.
Danger
Information on safe and environmentally-friendly
disposal of operating and ancillary agents as well
as replacement parts.
Environment
Transporting the machine
Only load and transport the machine as specified in the operating
instructions.
Only use suitable means of transport and hoisting with sufficient
loading capacity!
Attach suitable slinging means to the points of attachment pro-
vided.
Secure the machine to prevent it from tilting or slipping.
It is highly dangerous to walk or stand under suspended loads.
Secure the machine on transport vehicles to prevent it from rol-
ling, slipping and tilting.
Starting the machine
Prior to starting
Familiarise yourself with the operating and control elements and
the mode of operation of the machine and the working environ-
ment. This includes, e.g. obstacles in the working area, loading
capacity of the ground and the necessary safety provisions.
Use personal protective equipment (safety footwear, hearing
protectors, etc.).
Check to ensure that all safety devices are firmly in place.
Do not start the machine if instruments or control devices are
faulty.
Starting
For machines with handstart, only use the safety cranks tested
by the manufacturer, and precisely follow the operating instruc-
tions of the motor manufacturer.
To crank-start diesel motors; Important is the correct position to
the motor and the correct hand position on the crank.
The handcrank must be turned with maximum force until the mo-
tor starts, otherwise the crank can rebound.
Precisely follow the starting and stopping procedures specified in
the operating instructions and observe indicator lights.
Only start and operate machines with an electrical starter from
the instrument panel.
Starting and operation of the machine in potentially explosives
atmospheres is forbidden!
Starting with battery junction cables
Connect «positive» to «positive» and «negative» to «negative»
(earthing lead). Always connect the earthing lead last and dis-
connect first! Incorrect connection will cause serious damage to
the electrical system.
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