Multiquip SFCS-16 Manuel D’Utilisation

 

 

of back related injuries. Always lift the FLOOR 
COVERING SCRAPER with leg muscles and not with 
the back.  
6) Prolonged use of the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER (or other, similar machines) exposes the 
operator to vibrations which may produce Whitefinger 
Disease (Raynaud's Phenomenon). This phenomenon 
reduces the hand's  ability to feel and regulate 
temperature, produces numbness and burning 
sensations  and may cause nerve and circulation 
damage and tissue necrosis. Antivibration systems do 
not guarantee that you will not sustain Whitefinger 
Disease. Therefore, continuous and regular users 
should closely monitor the condition of their hands and 
fingers. After each period of use, exercise to restore 
normal blood circulation. If any of the symptoms 
appear, seek medical advice immediately. 
 
7) Clothing must be sturdy and snug fitting, but allow 
complete freedom of movement. Never wear loose 
fitting jackets, scarves, neckties, jewelry, flared or 
cuffed pants or anything that could become caught on 
controls or moving  parts. Wear long pants to protect 
your legs. Protect your hands with heavy duty, nonslip 
gloves to improve your grip. Good footing is most 
important when operating the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER. Wear sturdy boots with nonslip soles. 
Steel-toed safety shoes are highly recommended. 
Keep shoes properly laced. Never wear tennis shoes 
or other, similar type shoes which afford little or no 
protection. Wear  an  approved safety hard hat to 
protect the operator'(s') head(s) where there is a 
danger of head injuries. Noise, generated by the 
operation of the FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER and 
the  actual process itself, can damage your hearing. 
Wear  approved sound barriers (ear plugs or ear 
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Continuous and 
regular operators should have their hearing checked 
regularly. 
 
8) Visually inspect the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER, blade(s), and accessories for damaged or 
worn parts. Check for loose and/or broken parts. 
Determine that operator controls work freely, all safety 
devices  are operative  and information/safety decals 
are readable. Check to determine that the FLOOR 
COVERING SCRAPER and  all related  accessories 
are in good mechanical condition BEFORE utilization.  
 
9) The FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER and related 
accessories  are not classified  as being insulated. 
Contact with electrical cables, gas lines and other 
hazardous items can result in electrocution and/or  an 
explosion. 
 
10) Know how the controls operate. Know how to stop 
the motor quickly in an emergency. Always start the 

motor  according to the instructions as outlined in this 
manual to minimize the possibility of unexpected or 
uncontrolled blade/accessory oscillation. Unexpected 
blade/accessory rotation can cause loss of machine 
control,  and the possibility of property damage  and/or 
personal injury. 
 
11) Never exceed the recommended capacities of the 
FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER. Refer to the 
Specifications  section of this manual for more 
detailed information. Always utilize the correct blade 
and extension cord designed for use with the FLOOR 
COVERING SCRAPER. Use of an incorrect blade or 
extension cord can result in property damage  and/or 
personal injury. 
 
OPERATION. 
 
1) Give complete and undivided attention to the job at 
hand. Do not chew gum, smoke and/or use smokeless 
tobacco while utilizing the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER. Do not attempt to eat  and/or drink while 
utilizing the FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER. 
Determine that eyeglasses, hearing  aid devices and 
other medical related devices are properly secured. 
Keep shoes properly laced. Use of the FLOOR 
COVERING SCRAPER is strenuous and causes 
fatigue. Help prevent the cause of an accident. Plan to 
take work breaks  as required to help maintain proper 
mental and physical alertness. 
 
2) The FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER is not sealed 
or insulated. Do not operate the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER in an explosive atmosphere or near 
combustible materials. Refer to current OSHA rules 
and regulations. 
 
3) The FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER is designed for 
use by one operator. Use of the FLOOR COVERING 
SCRAPER by more than one operator can lead to 
confusion  and loss of control, resulting in property 
damage  and/or personal injury. Never operate the 
FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER with an improper 
number of operators. Such a configuration can result 
in property damage  and/or personal injury. If it is felt 
that more than one person is  required to furnish 
additional "force" to the blade, STOP and contact the 
Customer Service Department for specific operational 
and service/maintenance information. There is no 
charge for this service. 
 
4) Do not operate the FLOOR COVERING SCRAPER 
with onlookers close by. Caution all onlookers to stand 
clear. The coverings removal process process can 
result in flying particles being emitted at high velocity 
and striking the operator  and/or onlookers. This can 
lead to the possibility of property damage  and/or