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• Comply with the recommended air-pressure when operating the
machine� Either higher or lower air-pressure has the potential of
resulting in higher levels of vibration�
Electrical hazard�
DANGER
The machine is not electrically insulated� If the machine comes
into contact with electricity, serious injuries or death may result�
• Never operate the machine near any electric wire or other source
of electricity�
• Make sure that there are no concealed wires or other sources of
electricity in the working area�
Concealed object hazard�
WARNING
During operating, concealed wires and pipes constitute a danger
that can result in serious injury�
• Check the composition of the material before operating�
• Watch out for concealed cables and pipes for example electricity,
telephone, water, gas and sewage lines etc�
• If the inserted tool seems to have hit a concealed object, switch
off the machine immediately�
• Make sure that there is no danger before continuing�
Involuntary start�
WARNING
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury�
• Keep your hands away from the start and stop device until you
are ready to start the machine�
• Learn how the machine is switched off in the event of an emer
-
gency�
• Release the start and stop device immediately in all cases of
power supply interruption�
• Whenever fitting or removing the insertion tool, switch off the air
supply, bleed the machine by pressing the start and stop device
and disconnect the machine from the power source�
Noise hazard�
WARNING
High noise levels can cause permanent and disabling hearing loss
and other problems such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling,
or humming in the ears)� To reduce risks and prevent an unneces-
sary increase in noise levels:
• Risk assessment of these hazards and implementation of appro
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priate controls is essential�
• Operate and maintain the machine as recommended in these
instructions�
• Select, maintain and replace the working tool as recommended
in these instructions�
• If the machine has a silencer, check that it is in place and in good
working condition�
• Always use hearing protection�
• Use damping material to prevent work pieces from ‘ringing’�
Maintenance, precautions
Machine modification�
WARNING
Any machine modification may result in bodily injuries to yourself
or others�
• Never modify the machine� Modified machines are not covered
by warranty or product liability�
• Always use original parts, working tools and accessories ap
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proved by Epiroc�
• Change damaged parts immediately�
• Replace worn components in good time�
Hot insertion tool�
CAUTION
The tip of the insertion tool can become hot and sharp when
used� Touching it can lead to burns and cuts�
• Never touch a hot or sharp insertion tool�
• Wait until the insertion tool has cooled down before carrying out
maintenance work�
Working tool hazards�
WARNING
Accidental engagement of the start and stop device during main-
tenance or installation can cause serious injuries, when the power
source is connected�
• Never inspect, clean, install, or remove the working tool while
the power source is connected�
Storage, precautions
• Keep the machine and tools in a safe place, out of the reach of
children and locked up�
The machine should not be used in environment where there
is a risk of explosions� Local regulations must be followed� The
machine is not certificated according to ATEX requirements�
CAUTION