Atlas Copco TEX 3, Manual

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► Participate in health surveillance or monitoring,
medical exams and training programs offered by
your employer and when required by law.
►
When working in cold conditions wear warm
clothing and keep hands warm and dry.
See the ”Noise and vibration declaration statement”
for the machine, including the declared vibration
values. This information can be found at the end of
these Safety and operating instructions.
♦ Comply with the recommended air-pressure when
operating the machine. Either higher or lower
air-pressure has the potential of resulting in higher
levels of vibration.
DANGER Electrical hazard
The machine is not electrically insulated. If the
machine comes into contact with electricity, serious
injuries or death may result.
►
Never operate the machine near any electric wire
or other source of electricity.
► Make sure that there are no concealed wires or
other sources of electricity in the working area.
WARNING Concealed object hazard
During operating, concealed wires and pipes
constitute a danger that can result in serious injury.
► Check the composition of the material before
operating.
►
Watch out for concealed cables and pipes for
example electricity, telephone, water, gas and
sewage lines etc.
► If the inserted tool seems to have hit a concealed
object, switch off the machine immediately.
►
Make sure that there is no danger before
continuing.
WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury.
►
Keep your hands away from the start and stop
device until you are ready to start the machine.
► Learn how the machine is switched off in the event
of an emergency.
►
Release the start and stop device immediately in
all cases of power supply interruption.
► Whenever fitting or removing the insertion tool,
switch off the air supply, bleed the machine by
pressing the start and stop device and disconnect
the machine from the power source.
WARNING Noise hazard
High noise levels can cause permanent and disabling
hearing loss and other problems such as tinnitus
(ringing, buzzing, whistling, or humming in the ears).
To reduce risks and prevent an unnecessary increase
in noise levels:
► Risk assessment of these hazards and
implementation of appropriate controls is essential.
►
Operate and maintain the machine as
recommended in these instructions.
► Select, maintain and replace the insertion tool as
recommended in these instructions.
►
If the machine has a silencer, check that it is in
place and in good working condition.
► Always use hearing protection.
►
Use damping material to prevent work pieces from
'ringing'.
Maintenance, precautions
WARNING Machine modification
Any machine modification may result in bodily injuries
to yourself or others.
► Never modify the machine. Modified machines are
not covered by warranty or product liability.
►
Always use original parts, insertion tools and
accessories approved by Atlas Copco.
► Change damaged parts immediately.
►
Replace worn components in good time.
CAUTION Hot insertion tool
The tip of the insertion tool can become hot and
sharp when used. Touching it can lead to burns and
cuts.
►
Never touch a hot or sharp insertion tool.
► Wait until the insertion tool has cooled down before
carrying out maintenance work.
WARNING Insertion tool hazards
Accidental engagement of the start and stop device
during maintenance or installation can cause serious
injuries, when the power source is connected.
► Never inspect, clean, install, or remove the
insertion tool while the power source is connected.
Storage, precautions
♦ Keep the machine and tools in a safe place, out
of the reach of children and locked up.
© 2010 Atlas Copco Construction Tools AB | No. 9800 0799 90 | 2010-01-01
Original instructions
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TEX 3, 05P, 09PS, 10PS, 12PS Safety and operating instructions