BGU SM 300, Original Instruction Manual

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Strictly perform installation, set-up, maintenance, cleaning and
transportation with the motor switched off and the blade firmly
secured against accidental operation.Immediately disconnect
power off the machine in case of any eventual fault or trouble.
The user shall strictly comply with these operation, set-up, mainte-
nance, repair and trouble-shooting instructions in order to assure safe
operation and no damages to the equipment. Moreover we recom-
mend to let the machine be run only and strictly by trained and skilled
staff who must be familiar with the applicable occupational safety and
health administration rules as well as applicable transportation rules.
Incorrect use of the saw can cause serious injury or death.
No person under school leaving age should operate a circular saw. Those
who have reached school leaving age but are below the age of 18 may ope-
rate a circular saw if supervised by a competent person of 18 years or over.
The machine shall be installed and kept in a suitable location selected
by the customer for safest operation. The working area around the
machine must be kept as clear as pos-sible from surrounding obstac-
les and slippery foundation floors should be duly treated (do not use
saw dust or wood ash for this purpose). Make sure that the equipment
stands on a safe stable foundation.
• Due and proper illumination of the working site is provided at all times
• A wide but confi ned area is available around the machine to stop
access of unskilled personnel during operation and still assure maxi-
mum working freedom
• A skilled electrician is asked for any repair on the electric system
• All operators wear steel toe safety shoes and snug-fitting tear-re-
sistant work cloths
• No additional customised protections or tools are provided on board of the
machine, other than the ones designed and supplied by the manufacturer
• Never leave the splitter unattended with its motor on
Always assure compliance with safety, protection and accident pre-
vention rules as well as general road andtraffi c rules in the country
of use.
Operators should always wear personal protection cloths including
steel-toed safety shoes, snug-fi tting tear-resistant work cloths, safe-
ty gloves earplugs and safety goggles. Site must be free of slippery
surfaces and tripping obstacles. Make su-re that all access ways are
properly maintained so that wood can be safely delivered, loaded and
shipped.
4. SAFETY