Basic safety instructions
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DANGER
Possible risk of fatal injury to operating personnel from clothing
or hair being caught on the lathe chuck and being dragged into
the machine
Loose clothing or long hair may become caught on projecting
parts of the lathe chuck and be drawn into the machine.
• The machines and equipment must fulfill the minimum re-
quirements of the EC Machinery Directive; specifically, they
must have effective technical measures to protect against po-
tential mechanical hazards.
• Always wear tight-fitting clothing and a hairnet when working
on the machine and the lathe chuck.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to dropping the chuck during transport, instal-
lation or removal.
• Take special care in the danger zone when transporting, in-
stalling or removing the chuck.
• Note the relevant load securing regulations for working safely
with cranes, ground conveyors, lifting gear and load-handling
equipment.
CAUTION
Danger of slipping and falling in case of dirty environment
where the chuck is used (e.g. by cooling lubricants or oil).
• Ensure that the working environment is clean before starting
assembly and installation work.
• Wear suitable safety shoes.
• Follow the safety and accident-prevention regulations when
operating the chuck, especially when working with machine
tools and other technical equipment.