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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Observe all safety rules
• Operation, inspection and maintenance of this machine
must be performed only by a trained and qualified per-
son.
• All rules, regulations, precautions and safety procedures
must be understood and followed when performing op-
eration, inspection and maintenance of this machine.
• Do not perform any operation, inspection or mainte-
nance
of this machine when under the influence of alco-
hol, drugs, medication, fatigue or insuf
ficient sleep.
Wear safe clothing and protective gear
• Do not wear loose clothing or any accessory that can
catch on the controls or the moving parts of the ma-
chine.
• Do not wear clothing stained with oil or grease that can
easily catch fire.
• Wear protective gear such as helmet, safety shoes, pro-
tective
goggles, respirator, gloves and earmuffs, as ap-
pr
opriate, depending on the work involved. Especially
make sure to wear protective eye-wear and mask when
working with a grinding/polishing/sanding machine,
hammer or compressed air, as metal fragments or other
objects could scatter in such an environment.
• Wear hearing protectors when operating the machine.
Loud and prolonged noise can damage or destroy your
hearing.
Install an extinguisher and a first aid kit
• Install an extinguisher to fight a fire, and learn how to use
it.
• Prepare a first aid kit and keep it at a designated place.
• Decide on the procedures to be used in case of fire or
other hazards.
• Decide on and take note of the contact(s) in case of
emergency.
Place a “Do not operate” alert sign
Serious injury or death may result if an unauthorized person
starts the engine or touches the controls during inspection
or maintenance.
• Before performing maintenance, stop the engine, re-
move the key and stor
e it in a safe place.
• Prominently display a “Do not operate” alert sign on
places such as the starter switch and the control lever.
Place another sign outside of the machine as neces-
sary.
Use the correct tools
Do not use damaged or weakened tools or tools designed
for other purposes. Use only the correct tools for the work
involved.
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