1.13
Safety during operation
We provide information about the specific dangers when working with and on the drilling
machine in the descriptions for these types of work.
WARNING!
Before switching on the drilling machine make sure that there are
no dangers generated for persons,
no objects are damaged.
Avoid any unsafe work methods:
Make sure that your operation does not create a safety hazard.
The rules specified in these operating instructions must be observed during assembly,
operation, maintenance and repair.
Do not work on the drilling machine if your concentration is reduced, for example, because
you are taking medication.
Observe the accident prevention regulations issued by your Employers Liability Insurance
Association or other supervisory authorities applicable to your company.
Inform the supervisor about all hazards or faults.
Stay on the drilling machine until the machine completely stopped moving.
Use the specified personal protective equipment. Ensure you wear close-fitting clothing
and, if necessary, a hairnet.
Do not use protective gloves when drilling.
1.14
Safety during maintenance
Inform the operators in good time of any maintenance and repair works.
Report all safety relevant changes and performance details of the drilling machine or their oper-
ational behavior. Any changes must be documented, the operating instructions updated and
machine operators instructed accordingly.
1.14.1
Disconnecting and securing the drilling machine
Switch off the drilling machine with the main switch and secure the main switch with a padlock
against unauthorised switching-on or switching-on by accident.
All machine parts as well as all dangerous voltages are switched off. Excepted are only the
positions which are marked with the adjoining pictogram.
1.15
Using lifting equipment
WARNING!
The use of unstable lifting and load suspension equipment that might break under load
can cause severe injuries or even death.
Check that the lifting and load suspension gear
they have sufficient load carrying,
and that it is in perfect condition.
Observe the accident prevention regulations issued by your Employers Liability
Insurance Association or other supervisory authorities applicable to your company.
Fasten the loads carefully. Never walk under suspended loads!
1.15.1
Mechanical maintenance
Reinstall all protection and safety devices after any maintenance work once the work has been
completed.This includes:
covers,
safety instructions and warning signs,
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