PP10 User Manual ◄ 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re-
view them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre-
cautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided in this manual.
The models PP10 Hydraulic Post Puller will provide safe
and dependable service if operated in accordance with
the instructions given in this manual. Read and under-
stand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to
the PP10 before operation. Failure to do so could result
in personal injury or equipment damage.
• Operator must start in a work area without bystand-
ers. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited
work areas such as excessive slopes and danger-
ous terrain conditions.
• Establish a training program for all operators to en-
sure safe operation.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or
under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear
and head protection, and safety shoes at all times
when operating the tool.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
• Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers be-
fore energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure
all hose connections are tight.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above
140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher temperatures can
cause higher than normal temperatures at the tool
which can result in operator discomfort.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or
incompletely assembled tool.
• Stay clear of all moving parts.
• Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in
the working parts of the tool.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all
tool repair, maintenance and service must only be
performed by authorized and properly trained per-
sonnel.
• System pressure hose must always be connected to
the tool IN or “P” port and system return hose must
be connected to the tool OUT or “T” port. Reversing
connections or reversing ow to the tool can result
in severe personal injury.
• Never use tools near energized transmission lines.
Know the location of buried or covered services be-
fore starting your work.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and bal-
ance at all times.
