RED BAND FS200-P Petrol User manual

OPERATOR’SSAFETY
AND SERVICE MANUAL
Red Band FS200
Floor Planer / Scabbler
RED BAND UK LTD Tel: [phone]
Units 41 - 45 • The Warren Fax: [phone]
East Goscote Ind. Est. [e-mail]
East Goscote • Leicester www.redbanduk.co.uk
LE7 3XA

Red Band FS200 Floor Planer / Scarifier
Red Band UK Ltd
FS200 FLOOR PLANER / SCARIFIER
EC Declaration of Conformity (Static Machines)
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s)
FLOOR SCARIFER
To which this relates is in conformity with the following directives;
Supply of Machinery (Safety Regulations) 1992 (SI 1992/3073)
Supply of Machinery (Safety) (Amendment) 1994 (SI 1994/2063)
Safety of Machinery BS EN292-1&2 1991, BS EN 294 1991, BS EN 294
1993, BS EN 418 1992, BS EN 457 1992, BS EN 563 1993, BS 614 1965
BS EN 1033 1996, BS 5378 1980
89/392/EEC Machines Directive
93/44/EEC & 93/68/EEC Amendment to Machines Directive
This equipment must not be put into service until the machinery into which it is
to be incorporated has been declared in conformity with the provisions of the
above mentioned directive.
Certified by : Alan Newton
Red Band UK Ltd

Red Band FS200 Floor Planer / Scarifier
Red Band UK Ltd
FS200 FLOOR PLANER / SCARIFIER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Construction equipment may only be operated by persons :-
a – are at least 18 years old.
b – are physically and mentally fit for the job.
c – have been instructed in the use of this equipment and proved their
ability for the job to their employer.
d – may be expected to carry out the job they are charged with
carefully
2) Floor scarifiers may only be used for scarifying work in the construction
industry. Both the manufacturers and the engine / motor
manufacturer’s operating instructions and these safety instructions
have to be observed.
3) The persons charged with the operation of floor scarifiers have to be
made familiar with the necessary safety measures relating to the
machine. In case of extraordinary uses the employer shall give
necessary additional instructions.
4) It is possible that this floor scarifier exceeds the admissible sound level
of 89dB(A). According to the rules for the prevention of accidents
regarding of noise, the employees have to wear ear protection if the
sound level reaches 89dB(A) or more.
OPERATION
1) When operating an electric scarifier particular care must be taken to
ensure all cables and plugs are in good order. No unqualified
personnel must remove control panels. Only qualified electricians
should wire the machine or any accessories.
2) The functioning of operating levers or elements is not to be influenced
or rendered ineffective.
3) During operation the operator may not leave the control elements.
4) The operator has to stop the engine of the floor scarifier before going
on breaks. The machine has to be placed such that it cannot turn over.
5) Stop engine before filling fuel tank, do not allow fuel to come in contact
with the hot parts of the machine or spill on to the ground.
6) Do not smoke or handle open fire near this machine.

Red Band FS200 Floor Planer / Scarifier
Red Band UK Ltd
7) The tank lid must fit tightly. Shut off fuel cock, if available when
stopping the engine. For long distance transports of the machine
operated by fuel or fuel-mixtures, the fuel tank has to be drained
completely. ATTENTION!! Leaky fuel tanks may cause explosions and
must therefore be replaced immediately. ATTENTION!! Exhausts are
hot, do not touch them.
8) Do not operate machinery in areas where explosions may occur.
9) Make sure that sufficient fresh air is available when operating scarifiers
with combustion engines in enclosed areas, tunnels and deep
trenches.
10)During operation keep your hands, feet and clothes away from moving
parts of the floor scarifier. Wear safety shoes, and eye protection
glasses in case of trench operation where falling sand stones may be
ejected.
11)When working near the edges of breaks, pits, slopes, trenches and
platforms, floor scarifiers are to be operated such that there is no
danger of their turning over or dropping in.
12)When travelling backwards the operator has to guide the floor scarifier
laterally by its guide handle so that he will not be squeezed between
the handle and a possible obstacle. Special care is required when
working on uneven ground or when compacting coarse material. Make
sure of a firm stand when operating the machine under such
conditions.
13)Floor scarifiers are to be guided such that hand injuries caused by solid
objects are avoided.
14)Floor scarifiers have to be guided such that their stability is guaranteed.
SAFETY CHECKS
1) Floors scarifiers may only be operated with all safety devices installed.
2) Before starting operation, the operator has to check all control and
safety devices function properly.
3) In case of defects of the safety devices or other defects reducing the
operational safety of the floor scarifier, the supervisor has to be
informed immediately.
4) In case of defects jeopardizing the operational safety of the floor
scarifier, the machine has to be stopped immediately.