➤ Components removed from the machine can still be dangerous:
Do not attempt to open or destroy any components taken from the machine.
➤
Use only suitable compressed air hoses.
Compressed air hoses must meet the following requirements:
■ that are of the right type and size for the highest permissible machine working pressure,
■ that are not damaged, worn or of reduced quality,
■ that have hose couplings and connections of the right type and size.
➤ Make sure compressed air hoses are de-pressurised before disconnecting from the machine.
➤ Secure the open end of an air hose before applying air pressure. An unsecured hose may whip
and cause injury.
➤ At working pressures >7 bar, compressed air hoses should be secured by a cable to their re‐
spective outlet valves.
3.5.2.4 De-commissioning, storage and disposal
Improper handling of old operating fluids and components represent a danger for the environment.
➤ Drain out fluids and dispose of according to environmental regulations.
These include, for example, fuel, engine oil and compressor cooling oil and engine coolant.
➤ Dispose of the machine in accordance with local environmental regulations.
3.5.3 Organisational Measures
➤ Designate personnel and their responsibilities.
➤ Give clear instructions on reporting faults and damage to the machine.
➤ Give instructions on fire reporting and fire-fighting measures.
3.5.4 Danger areas
The table gives information on areas dangerous to personnel.
Only authorized personnel may enter these areas.
Task Danger area Authorized personnel
Transport Within a 3 m radius of the machine. Operating personnel to prepare for transport.
No personnel during transport.
Beneath the lifted machine. No personnel!
Commissioning Within the machine.
Within a 1 m radius of the machine.
Maintenance personnel
Operation Within a 1 m radius of the machine. Operating personnel
Maintenance Within the machine.
Within a 1 m radius of the machine.
Maintenance personnel
Tab. 48 Danger areas
3.6 Safety devices
Various safety devices ensure safe working with the machine.
3 Safety and Responsibility
3.6 Safety devices
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