What are the precautions for operating a concrete power trowel?
December 14, 2023
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATING CONCRETE TROWEL
What are the precautions for operating a concrete power trowel? 2
1. Preparation before operation 1). Check whether the power cord is in good condition and whether it is burned. 2). Check the lubrication system of the trowel and confirm whether there is enough lubricating oil in the oil tank and chain on the chassis. 3). Confirm whether all parts of the trowel are intact. If they are damaged or loose, they should be replaced or repaired in time. 4). Prepare necessary tools and materials, such as mixers, vibrators, cement, sand, etc. 2. Safety precautions 1). Safety equipment such as safety helmets and protective gloves must be worn during operation. 2). During operation, it is prohibited to extend your hands into the trowel to avoid danger. 3). When using the trowel, you should pay attention to the safety of the surrounding environment to avoid accidents caused by improper operation. 4). During the operation, if you encounter any danger or abnormal situation, you should stop the operation immediately and report to relevant personnel. 3. Post-operation maintenance 1). Clean the residue and debris on the surface and inside of the trowel to keep the machine clean. 2). Check whether all parts of the trowel machine are loose or damaged. If so, repair or replace them in time. 3). Regularly add lubricating oil to the chain and bearings of the trowel machine to keep the machine in good operating condition. 4). When storing the trowel machine, it should be placed in a dry, ventilated place without direct sunlight to avoid the impact of moisture, mildew and other adverse environments on the machine. At the same time, the power cord of the machine should be organized and fixed to prevent short circuits in the wires from causing safety hazards.
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