The Wet Screed models K 200 have been developed and tested
in accordance with strict International Safety Standards.
This section contains general advice.
Regular maintenance of the Wet Screed promotes safe
operation.
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When in doubt and/or when you are operating the Wet
Screed for the first time, always read the necessary
instructions in this manual.
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Wear safety shoes with extra protection (steel caps and
anti-slip soles).
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Place the wires between the electrical source and the work
area in such a way that they can not be damaged or your
co-workers cannot trip over them.
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Do not leave any tools or parts laying around on the work
floor, as this can cause accidents.
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Watch where you are going; the ground can be slippery.
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Take care that you do not injure yourself on objects, such
as scaffolding and reinforcement materials, which can be
found directly or indirectly in the working area.
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Pay attention to your own safety and that of your fellow
workers.
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Be careful when lifting and carrying the Wet Screed. Do not
bend forwards when picking up the apparatus, but bend
your knees. Ensure that the working area is within your
reach, so that you do not have to bend forward.
The following safety-aspects specifically apply to those
Whiteman products which are equipped with a
gas-engine.
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Wear working-gloves, safety glasses and protective
clothing during refueling.
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Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation during refueling.
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Refuel only after the engine has cooled off sufficiently.
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It is strictly forbidden to refuel:
• in the direct vicinity of a open fire or other flammable
materials,
• in explosion endangered places.
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Do not use the Wet Screed with a
gas-engine
places, such as pits etc.
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ventilation in spaces which are surrounded
by walls. Never inhale exhaust gases, they
can damage your health and that of your
fellow workers.
Refueling of fuel, while the engine is hot,
might lead to a very dangerous situation
including an explosion and fire.
indoors or in poorly ventilated
Make sure that there is sufficient
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Ensure that you are qualified (familiar with the contents of
this manual) to operate and carry out light maintenance
work to the Wet Screed.
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Check that the electrical source complies with the local
regulations.
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Use grounded extension cords, when it is necessary to
use extension cords.
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Use an electrical source which is provided with a ground
leakage switch between the electrical mains and the
Bullfloat.
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Ensure that the wall socket and possible connections
between the extension cords are protected against
dampness.
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Do not pull the plug out of the wall socket or extension
cords by it’s cord, use the plug.
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To avoid getting an electric shock, do not
touch the high-tension cable or spark plug
cap while the engine is running.
General Safety Instructions
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When operating the Wet Screed wear ear protection, safety
glasses, a safety helmet, gloves which do not conduct
electricity and protective clothing.
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Ensure that all symbols on the Wet Screed — can always
be clearly read.
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Regularly check the Wet Screed’s connections.
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When cleaning the Wet Screed, ensure that no water or
cleaning detergents, under high pressure, get into the
motor housing or plug connections.
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When the Wet Screed is not being used for long periods of
time, then it must be store in a dry and clean area.
Important Safety Checks for the electrical Wet Screed
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Check the feeder cable and extension cords outer casing
before you connect the Wet Screed to the electrical mains.
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Check the feeder cable’s attachment on
the bullfloat, before you connect the Wet
Screed to the electrical mains. The cable must
be correctly attached to the bullfloat .
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Ensure that the feeder cable does not graze
past any sharp objects.
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The use of extension cords are permitted, if they are
completely watertight.
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Switch the Wet Screed “off” when the
electrical power cuts off.This prevents the
Bullfloat from starting suddenly when the
electrical power comes on again.
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Check the feeder cable and extension cord’s attachments
regularly. When the Wet Screed is in operation, the plugs
can loosen due to the vibrations.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Connect the Wet Screed to an alternating voltage source of
110VAC, which is provided with a ground switch, with a
frequency of 50-60 Hz.
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Check that the ventilation openings in the motor housing
are free from dirt and moisture.
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Regularly check the connections of the feeder cable to
the switch.
Explanation of the utilized safety symbols.
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Disconnect the electrical supply to the Wet Screed, before
you start to clean or service the Wet Screed.
1. Safety glasses, safety helmet and ear protection
compulsory.
2. Gloves compulsory.
3. Safety shoes with extra protection compulsory.
4. Dangerous electrical voltage.
5. Before opening the motor housing remove the plug.
6. Inflammable material.
7. Pls. read the operation-instructions
8. Careful, danger!
Tip: Ask the manufacturer for clarification, if you have any