Multiquip 8FP Series Manuel D’Utilisation

 

 

 

6) Prolonged use of the FLOOR PLANER (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. 
Anti-vibration 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 PLANER. 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 
PLANER  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 PLANER, components, 
tools  and  accessories for damaged or worn parts. 
BEFORE each use: 
 
a) Disconnect the engine spark plug wire or power 
source cable. 
 
b) Clean  and remove all  accumulated foreign matter 
from the wheels and determine that each rotates 
freely. 
 
c) Clean  and remove all  accumulated foreign matter 
from inside the mainframe area. 
 
d) Inspect the V-belt drive for proper tension, wear and 
general condition. Replace each component as 
necessary. 
 
e) Inspect the flail drum and flails/spacer washers for 
excessive wear  and structural integrity. Replace each 
component  as necessary. The flail drum and flails 

rotate  at high speed during the planing process and 
are subject to high wear rates. 
f) Determine that operator controls work freely, all 
safety devices are operative  and information decals 
are readable.  
 
g) Check to see that the FLOOR PLANER and  all 
related accessories are in good, mechanical condition 
BEFORE utilization. 
 
h) Reconnect the spark plug wire or power source 
cable as applicable 
 
9) Contact  appropriate representatives to determine 
if/where electrical cables, gas lines and other 
hazardous items are buried under the work surface 
BEFORE utilization. The FLOOR PLANER and related 
accessories  are not insulated. Contact with buried 
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 engine or electrical motor quickly in an emergency. 
Always start the engine or electric motor according to 
the instructions as outlined in this manual to minimize 
the possibility of unexpected contact with the work 
surface. Unexpected contact with the work surface 
can cause loss of machine control, and the possibility 
of property damage and/or personal injury. 
 
11) Ground the SP8/E electrically powered Floor 
Planer motor securely. Determine that any "grounding" 
wire  and/or device is, in fact, properly grounding the 
motor. Failure to properly ground the motor may cause 
an electrical shock and/or electrocution, resulting in 
property damage and personal, injury including death. 
Electrical wiring and  all connections should be 
performed by a qualified electrician. The electric motor 
is designed to operate from a 230 volt, AC power 
source. Determine that the electric motor is properly 
wired according to the intended and/or available power 
source. Operating the electric motor from an improper 
voltage/amperage power source can result in property 
damage and/or personal injury. 
 
12) When operating the 8FP/E electrically powered 
Floor Planer on a surface containing water or other 
electrically conducting liquid, special precautions must 
be taken to minimize the possibility of operator 
electrocution. For specific information, consult current 
National Electrical Code publications  and OSHA 
publications 210-22D (or current revision) for 
construction sites and 555-3 (or current revision) for 
use around any area containing water