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• Control of the protective equipment on / around the rescue equipment, especially the
hand guard of the moveable parts (they must be free of tears!).
9.2 Protective equipment
10.1 General information
10. Repairs
Servicing may only be carried out by JAWS OF LIFE manufacturer or personnel trained by
the manufacturer and by authorized HURST dealers.
Only HURST spare parts may be used to replace all components (see spare parts list) since
special tools, assembly advice, safety aspects, inspections might have to complied with (see
also chapter “Maintenance and Service”).
During assembly, ensure the complete cleanliness of all components, since dirt can
damage the rescue equipment!
WARNING / CAUTION!
Protective clothes must be worn when repairs are being carried out, since parts
of the units can also be pressurized in an idle state.
REMARK:
Please always return the guarantee registration card to HURST JAWS OF LIFE
or register your tool on the HURST website. Only then are you entitled to the
extended guarantee.
Before you use couplings from a different company, you must contact HURST
or an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Because HURST rescue equipment are appropriate for highest achievements,
only components may be exchanged, which are specifi ed in the spare parts list
of the appropriate equipment.
Further components of the equipment may only be exchanged, when:
- you have participated in appropriate HURST service training.
- you have the explicit permission of the HURST Service department (After
inquiry, an examination for the distribution of permission is being carried out. An
examination in each individual case is necessary!)
Spare parts and accessories for the rescue tool can be ordered from your authorized
JAWS OF LIFE dealer!
Function test
• Opening and closing function fl awlessly upon activation of the star grip,
• no suspicious noises.
• no further movement of the spreader arms upon interruption of the valve activation during
the process (“dead-man’s” function)
