Atlas Copco DKR 36, Safety And Operating Instructions Manual

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► Make sure that the insertion tool is fully inserted
and the tool retainer is in a locked position before
the machine is started.
► Check the locking function by pulling the inserted
tool outwards forcefully.
WARNING Moving or slipping insertion tool
An incorrect dimension of the inserted tool’s shank
can result in that the inserted tool is lost or is slipping
out during operation. Risk of severe injury or crushed
hands and fingers.
► Check that the insertion tool has the shank length
and dimensions that the machine is intended for.
► Never use an insertion tool without a collar.
Operation, precautions
DANGER Explosion hazard
If a warm insertion tool comes into contact with
explosives, an explosion could occur. During
operation with certain materials as well as use of
certain materials in machine parts, sparks and
ignition can occur. Explosions will lead to severe
injuries or death.
►
Never operate the machine in any explosive
environment.
►
Never use the machine near flammable materials,
fumes or dust.
► Make sure that there are no undetected sources
of gas or explosives.
► Never drill in an old hole.
WARNING Unexpected movements
The inserted tool is exposed to heavy strains when
the machine is used. The inserted tool may break
due to fatigue after a certain amount of use. If the
inserted tool breaks or gets stuck, there may be
sudden and unexpected movement that can cause
injuries. Furthermore, losing your balance or slipping
may cause injury.
► Make sure that you always keep a stable position
with your feet as far apart as your shoulder width,
and keeping a balanced body weight.
►
Always inspect the equipment prior to use. Never
use the equipment if you suspect that it is
damaged.
►
Make sure that the handles are clean and free of
grease and oil.
►
Keep your feet away from the inserted tool.
►
Stand firmly and always hold on to the machine
with both hands.
► Never drill in an old hole.
► Never start the machine when it is lying on the
ground.
► Never ‘ride’ on the machine with one leg over the
handle.
► Never strike or abuse the equipment.
► Check regularly for wear on the insertion tool, and
check whether there are any signs of damage or
visible cracks.
►
Pay attention an look at what you are doing.
WARNING Stalling hazard
If the insertion tool gets caught during operation, the
whole machine will start to rotate if you lose your grip
on it. This unexpected rotation of the entire machine
may cause serious injury or death.
►
Stand firmly and always hold onto the machine
with both hands.
►
Make sure that the handle or handles are clean
and free from grease and oil.
►
Never drill in an old hole.
WARNING Trapping hazard
There is risk of neck ware, hair, gloves and clothes
getting dragged into or caught by a rotating insertion
tool or accessories. This may cause choking,
scalping, lacerations or death. To reduce the risk:
►
Never grab or touch a rotating drill steel.
►
Avoid wearing clothing, neck ware or gloves that
may get caught.
► Cover long hair with a hair net.
9 © 2010 Atlas Copco Construction Tools AB | No. 9800 0938 90 | 2010-04-01
Original instructions
Safety and operating instructions DKR 36, 36R