Safety and operating instructions
© 2010 Atlas Copco Craelius AB | 2010-06-18
02 Safety Instructions CS14C Ed.0
During operation, falling objects from great heights can
cause bodily injury and extensive damage.
Close off the working area.
Before starting always make sure no unauthorized
persons are within the working area of the drill rig in
Immediately stop operation when persons are
present in the danger area.
Make sure that no loose pieces of equipment or
other objects are lying on the feed.
Use a sling dimensioned for the load it is to carry.
Use only straps that are whole and intended for the
Never use a damaged rope/sling.
Fasten straps in lifting eyes when present.
near a suspended load or within the swing radius of
Observe great care when strapping and lifting heavy
If the rig is left unattended or disconnected from the
transport unit an unexpected movement of the drill unit
can cause serious injury or death
Lock the articulated steering before hoisting
Make sure that the hydraulic jacks are grounded or
wedge the wheels of the carrier
When lifting, make sure that the sling will
damage the hydraulic hoses, mechanical
Use a spreader bar to lift the drill unit.
Thin jets of hydraulic oil under high pressure can
penetrate the skin and cause permanent damage.
Never use your fingers to check for hydraulic fluid
Keep your face away from any possible leaks.
When drilling with compressed air, the rock cuttings
are carried out of the bore in the form of small cuttings,
and dust, which can cause serious injury.
Some dusts, fumes or other airborne material created
during use of the machine may contain chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of such chemicals are:
Crystalline silica, cement and other masonry
Lead from lead-based paints.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in
a well ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are specially
designed to filter out microscopic particles
Use a dust collector, or spray water with a water/
Make sure that the drill is anchored to withstand the
Make sure that the rig is stable before starting to
If control levers and switches are not
position, start of the machine can lead to unexpected
movements and can therefore cause injury.
Set control levers and switches to the neutral
positions prior to starting up.
High sound levels may cause permanent hearing loss.
Use hearing protection in accordance with
occupational health and safety regulations.
When drilIing with compressed air, the rock cuttings
are carried out of the bore in the form of small cuttings,
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