5 Safety instructions
5.1 General safety instructions
• These safety instructions should be read and followed by any persons entrusted with working on the
product and those who supervise or instruct the group of persons mentioned above. In addition, the
owner must ensure that the relevant personnel are fully familiar with the contents of the instructions
and have understood them. It is prohibited to commission or operate the product prior to reading the
instructions.
• These instructions must be kept for further use.
• The described products have been manufactured according to the state of the art. However, if the
products are used for other than their intended purpose, there may be risks which may result in per-
sonal injury or property damage.
• Any malfunctions which may affect safety must be remedied immediately. In addition to these instruc-
tions, general statutory regulations for accident prevention and environmental protection must be ob-
served.
5.2 General behaviour when handling the product
• Please follow these instructions whenever you use the product. If the product is not in proper technical
condition or you are unaware of the potential hazards, do not use the product.
• Familiarise yourself with the functions and operation of the product. All specified assembly and oper-
ating steps must be competed in the indicated order.
• Any unclear points regarding proper condition or correct assembly/operation must be clarified. Opera-
tion is prohibited until issues have been clarified.
• Prevent unauthorised access.
• Always wear personal protective equipment.
• Take the proper precautions and follow the instructions concerning the relevant task. Responsibilities
for different activities must be clearly defined and observed. Uncertainty is a major risk factor for
safety.
• Safeguards and other protective and emergency equipment must not be removed, modified, discon-
nected or otherwise disabled. Their completeness and function must also be checked at regular inter-
vals.
• If a safeguard or other protective equipment has to be detached, it must be reattached and tested im-
mediately after the work is complete.
• Remedy any faults included in your area of responsibility. If the fault is beyond your competence, no-
tify your supervisor immediately of the fault.
• Never use parts of the centralised lubrication system or of the machine as standing or climbing aids.
5.3 Intended use
Supply of lubricants within a centralised lubrication system in accordance with the specifications, technical
data and limits stated in these instructions: Usage is allowed exclusively for professional users in the frame of
commercial and economic activities.