Optimum OPTIsaw SQ-V13 - Qualification and User Obligations; Safety Measures During Operation

Version 1.0.1 - 2020-9-30 6 Translation of original instruction
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1.6 Qualification
1.6.1 Target group private users
The machine can be used in the private domain. The acumen of people in the private sector
with training in metal working was taken into consideration for creating this operation manual.
Vocational training or further instruction in a metal working profession is a prerequisite for safe
operation of the machine. It is essential that the private user is aware of the dangers involved in
operating this machine. We recommend attending a training course in the use of drills. Your
specialist dealer can offer you an appropriate training course. These courses are also offered at
adult education centres in Germany.
1.6.2 Obligations of the User
The user must
 have read and understood the operating manual,
 be familiar with all safety devices and regulations,
 be able to operate the drilling machine.
1.6.3 Additional requirements regarding the qualification
The following additional requirements apply for work on electrical components or equipment:
 They must only be performed by a qualified electrician or person working under the instruc-
tions and supervision of a qualified electrician.
Before starting work on electrical parts or operating agents, the following actions must be taken
in the order given:
 disconnect all poles,
 secure against restarting,
 check that there is no voltage.
1.7 Safety measures during operation
CAUTION!
Danger due to inhaling dust and mist that are hazardous to health.
Depending on the materials to be machined and the agents used, dusts and mists can
arise that are detrimental to health.
Ensure that the harmful dust and mist generated are safely sucked off at the point of
origin and routed away from the working area or filtered.
1.8 Safety devices
Use the metal belt saw only with properly functioning safety devices.
Stop the metall band saw immediately if there is a failure on the safety device or if it is not func-
tioning for any reason.
It is your responsibility!
After a safety device has been triggered or is defective, you must not use the metal band saw
again until you
 have eliminated the cause of the malfunction,
 have satisfied yourself that it does not pose any danger to persons or property.
WARNING!
If you bypass, remove or override a safety device in any other way, you are endangering
yourself and other persons working with the metal band saw. The possible
consequences include: