3 Operating Instructions: DTP05(-Ex)
Proprietor Responsibilities
For the purposes of the present operating instructions the “proprietor” is defined as any
natural or legal person who either uses the unit themselves, or on whose behalf it is used.
In special cases (e.g. leasing or renting) the proprietor is considered the person who, in
accordance with existing contractual agreements between the owner and user of the
unit, is charged with operational duties. The proprietor must ensure that the unit is used
only for the purpose for which it is intended and that there is no danger to life or limb of
the user and third parties. Furthermore, accident prevention regulations, safety
regulations and operating, maintenance and repair guidelines must be followed. The
proprietor must ensure that all users have read and understood these operating
instructions. The proprietor must perform an onsite risk assessment before the unit is put in
to service.
IMPORTANT
Failure to comply with the operating instructions shall invalidate the warranty. The same
applies if improper work is carried out on the unit by the proprietor or third parties
without the permission of the manufacturer.
Adding Attachments and/or Accessories
The mounting or installation of additional equipment which affects or enhances the
performance of the unit requires written permission of the manufacturer. Local authority
approval may also need to be obtained. Local authority approval does not however
constitute the manufacturer’s approval. An onsite risk assessment must then be carried
out.
WARNING - ANY UNAUTHORISED MODIFICATIONS OR ADDITIONS TO THE UNIT SHALL
INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY AND STS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE.
Safety Regulations for the Operation of the Unit
Operator authorisation
The unit may only be used by suitably trained personnel, who have demonstrated to the
proprietor, or their representative that they can operate the unit safely and in
accordance with the operating instructions.
Operators rights, obligations and responsibilities
The operator must be informed of their duties and responsibilities and be instructed in
the operation of the unit and shall be familiar with the operating instructions. Operators
must be provided the appropriate PPE as mentioned in the ‘Approved Application
Conditions’ section of this manual.
Unauthorised use of unit
The operator is responsible for the unit during the time it is in use. The operator must
prevent unauthorised persons from operating the unit.
Damage and faults
The proprietor must be immediately informed of any damage or faults to the unit or
attachment. Units which are unsafe for operation must be quarantined until faults have
been rectified and the unit deemed safe for operation.
