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Health and Safety
General Safety
Vibration
Some vibration from the machines operation is transmitted through the handle to the operator’s hands. The Altrad Belle Group
Hydraulic Tool range has been speci
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cally designed to reduce hand/arm vibration levels. Refer to speci
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cations & technical data for
vibration levels and usage times (recommended maximum daily exposure time). DO NOT exceed the maximum usage times.
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Personal injury or property damage may be caused by knocks, crushing, slipping, tripping, falling, or by
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ying chips due mainly to the
improper or careless handling of the machine, or working in a con
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ned area.
Suitable PPE must be worn when using this equipment i.e. Safety Goggles, Gloves, Ear Defenders, Dust Mask and Steel Toe capped
footwear. Wear clothing suitable for the work you are doing. Tie back long hair and remove any jewellery which may catch in the
equipment’s moving parts.
Dust
Many of the tools which can be used with this Power Pack can produce dust, which may be hazardous to your health. Always wear a
mask that is suited to the type of dust being produced.
2) Ensure that the engine exhaust is not obstructed and that there is adequate ventilation to disperse the exhaust gases.
3) Ensure that the transmission hoses are positioned to avoid damage by vehicles etc., and that they will not be understrain when the
accessory tool is in use.
4) Check engine fuel and oil level, and top up as necessary. Refer to the engine manuals for details of grade.
5) Check hydraulic oil level and top up as necessary.
NOTE:-
When topping up the hydraulic tank it is advisable to use a strainer. Do not over
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ll.
Pre-start Checks
1) Ensure that the Power Unit is standing on stable ground or where necessary that it is suitable chocked for stability.
The following precautions should be taken before operating Altrad Belle Hydraulic Power Units and Road Breaking Tools.
a) Read this Operators Guide and the operating handbook for the tool to be connected and run. Observe the manufacturers
recommendations.
b) Never operate the power units and tools without the correct Personal Protection Equipment. Altrad Belle recommend the use of
protective goggles and/or face shield, ear defenders, protective footwear, gloves, and hand hat.
c) Ensure that the ‘STEEL’ is securely locked into the breaker.
d) Only operate the Power unit in a well Ventilated area ensuring adequate
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ow of air for the cooling fan and the removal of the
exhaust
gases.
e) Ensure that a safe operating work position (Workstation) is selected. Altrad Belle recommend that tools are operated at the
extremity of the transmission hoses connecting the tool to the power unit.
f) Ensure that the hydraulic tool is compatible with the hydraulic power supply to be used. It is DANGEROUS to use a hydraulic tool
with an incompatible
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ow rate and pressure.
NOTE:-
Hydraulic power units and tools supplied by EHTMA member companies carry range identi
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cation labels and it is
essential to check that the tools and power unit have the same identi
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cation label.
g) Check the power unit, hoses and tools frequently for damage and/or leaks.
h) Do not adjust the power pack settings, ie:- the engine speed/
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ow rate, Relief Valve pressure setting etc. Operating with
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ows and
pressures outside the speci
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cations can be dangerous.
j) Use only Altrad Belle replacement parts. It can Prove dangerous to
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t obscure parts.
Never attempt to add fuel or oil when the engine is running. Use only the correct grade, and do not
over
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ll.
WARNING
Do not operate the machine at an angle of greater than 20 degrees, otherwise the engine lubricating
system may fail, causing extensive damage to the engine.
CAUTION
Ensure that the hose couplings to the accessory tool are thoroughly cleaned before ceonnecting. Failure
to do so may cause damage to the seals.
CAUTION
