2 Safety
Operating Instructions | Version 1.0 (05-2018) | Uni-M Ferrule
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2.4
INTENDED USAGE
The product is designed and manufactured exclusively for the following intended application:
The Uni-M applicators must only be used for crimping of electrical contacts onto wires. The applicator must
be used within the given range according to the technical specifications. Only the contact(s) for which the
applicator was designed should be processed in the applicator. The terminal for which the applicator was
designed is listed on the identification plate fixed to the applicator.
Misuse
Any other use of the product is regarded as non-intended use and may lead to injury of personnel and to prop-
erty damage.
Schleuniger
is not liable for any damages resulting from a non-intended use of the product.
2.5
SAFETY SYMBOLS
2.5.1
Safety symbols used in manual
In this manual, safety symbols are used which alert the user to potential hazards. They will be described here.
General danger!
Notes and instructions with this safety symbol should be followed
strictly. Disregarding may lead to injury and damage to the machine.
2.6
MODIFICATION AND RETROFITTING
To avoid any dangerous situations and for an optimal performance, it is not allowed to make any modifica-
tions to, or retrofitting of the product, without explicit written permission of the manufacturer or the local
Schleuniger
distributor with the exception of standard options and accessories supplied by
Schleuniger
.
2.7
PERSONNEL QUALIFICATION
The individual tasks may only be performed by persons listed in the respective chapter.
The product is intended to be operated by personnel older than 14 years. It is strictly forbidden to grant access
to younger people.
WARNING
Risk of injury if operated by unqualified personnel!
Improper handling of the machine may lead to serious injury to personnel and damage to the property.
2.7.1
Personnel classification
The following classifications in these instructions are specified for the individual activities.
Operating company
As a parent entity that is responsible for the proper use of the product and for the training and the commit-
ment of authorized persons. It defines the mandatory competencies for its operation and authority of the au-
thorized personnel.
Technical specialists
Due to product-specific training and mechanical and electrical skill and experience, these individuals are quali-
fied to perform maintenance and repair work on the product.
