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2 For your safety
2.3 Specific safety instructions
The product is designed to the state of the art and the recognised safety-
relevant regulations. Nevertheless, its use can entail risks to the life and limb
of the operator and third parties or damage to the product and its operating
environment.
Electric shock from live parts
• Electrical installation and maintenance may only be carried
out by qualified electricians.
• Disconnect the device from the power supply before starting
any work
• Check parts for electrical charge before starting any work
Burns from hot surfaces
• Let hot components cool down before starting any work
• Wear protective gloves
2.4 Tasks and duties of the operating company
In addition to the instructions and information in these operating instructions,
the general, statutory and other mandatory regulations on accident
prevention and environmental protection also have to be observed.
To ensure safety, the operating company has to at least...
• ensure that the machine is only operated as intended, in proper
condition, with all safety devices fully installed and without damage
• establish the area of application and prepare the corresponding
operating instructions
• acquire the regulations applicable for operation in their most recent
version and to familiarise operating personnel with these
• make the operating manual available in a complete and legible form at
the operating location of the machine at all times
• ensure sufficient stability
• avoid trip hazards
• ensure sufficient ventilation and lighting of the work areas
• instruct the personnel in safe working
• ensure that unauthorised persons do not have access to the hazard area
• provide personnel with the required personal protective equipment
• have the electrical installation checked by a qualified electrician at least
annually
