RC-3030
Operating Manual
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Such duties may for example relate to the handling of hazardous substances or to the provision
and wearing of personal protection equipment as well as compliance with local traffic regulations.
The Operating Instructions must be supplemented by instructions including the duty to supervise
and report relating to particular local working practices, for example work organization, work
procedures, and personnel allocation.
Personnel entrusted with working with the machine must have read the Operating Instructions
before starting the work; in particular the chapter about Safety Instructions. These have to be read
before starting any work with the machine. This particularly applies to incidental activities such as
setting up the machine, carrying out maintenance work, or training staff to work with the machine.
From time to time the working practices of the staff are to be checked regarding awareness of
safety and hazards.
Personnel must tie back long hair and not wear loose clothing or jewelry and rings. There is a risk
of injury through getting stuck or being drawn into moving machinery.
Use personal protection equipment if necessary or required by regulations! Take notice
of all safety and hazard notices on the machine.
All safety and hazard notices on the machine must be kept complete and legible.
If safety-critical changes occur to the machine or its performance, the machine must be shut down
immediately! The cause of the fault has to be established immediately and has to be repaired
before starting the work again.
Changes, add-ons, or conversions of the machine which might have an influence to the
safety of the machine must not be undertaken without the permission of the manufacturer.
This applies in particular to the fitting and adjustment of safety devices and to welding on major
and load bearing parts.
Spare parts must always comply with the technical requirements and the specifications of the
manufacturer. This is always guaranteed with original spare parts of the manufacturer.
Inspection intervals and intervals for recurring checks specified in these Operating Instructions
must be complied with. At the same time it is necessary to meet the legal requirements.
To perform maintenance work correctly it is important to be equipped with proper tools for the task
in question.
The location and the operation of fire extinguishers must be made known on each building site!
Take note of the facilities for fire reporting and fighting fires!
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Personnel Selection and Qualification
Only reliable personnel are allowed to work on the machine or operate the machine. Note the
statutory minimum age. Specify clearly the responsibilities of personnel for operation, setting up,
servicing and maintenance work. Define his/her responsibilities also with regard to traffic safety
regulations and empower him/her to decline instructions from third parties which are not complying
with the safety requirements.
