Chicago Pneumatic LBG 804, Safety And Operating Instructions Manual

Page: 8 / 20

WARNING Broken power switch
The power switch does not control the machine. A
broken power switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
►
Do not use the machine if the power switch is
broken and cannot be controlled.
►
Maintain the power switch.
WARNING Projectiles
Failure of the work piece, of accessories, or even of
the machine itself may generate high velocity
projectiles. During operating, splinters or other
particles from the compacted material may become
projectiles and cause personal injury by striking the
operator or other persons. To reduce these risk:
►
Use approved personal protective equipment and
safety helmet, including impact resistant eye
protection with side protection.
► Make sure that no unauthorised persons trespass
into the working zone.
►
Keep the workplace free from foreign objects.
WARNING Unexpected movements
The machine is exposed to heavy strains during
operation. If the machine breaks or gets stuck, there
may be sudden and unexpected movement that can
cause injuries.
►
Always inspect the machine prior to use. Never
use the machine if you suspect that it is damaged.
► Make sure that the handle is clean and free of
grease and oil.
►
Keep your feet away from the machine.
► Never sit on the machine.
►
Never strike or abuse the machine.
► Pay attention and look at what you are doing.
WARNING Vibration hazards
Normal and proper use of the machine exposes the
operator to vibration. Regular and frequent exposure
to vibration may cause, contribute to, or aggravate
injury or disorders to the operator’s fingers, hands,
wrists, arms, shoulders and/or nerves and blood
supply or other body parts, including debilitating
and/or permanent injuries or disorders that may
develop gradually over periods of weeks, months,
or years. Such injuries or disorders may include
damage to the blood circulatory system, damage to
the nervous system, damage to joints, and possibly
damage to other body structures.
If numbness, persistent recurring discomfort,
burning sensation, stiffness, throbbing, tingling,
pain, clumsiness, weakened grip, whitening of the
skin, or other symptoms occur at any time, when
operating the machine or when not operating the
machine, stop operating the machine, tell your
employer and seek medical attention. Continued
use of the machine after the occurrence of any such
symptom may increase the risk of symptoms
becoming more severe and/or permanent.
Operate and maintain the machine as recommended
in these instructions, to prevent an unnecessary
increase in vibration.
The following may help to reduce exposure to
vibration for the operator:
► If the machine has vibration absorbing handles,
keep them in a central position, avoid pressing
the handles into the end stops.
►
When the percussion mechanism is activated, the
only body contact with the machine you must
have are your hands on the handle or handles.
Avoid any other contact, for example supporting
any part of the body against the machine or
leaning onto the machine trying to increase the
feed force.
► Make sure that the machine is well-maintained
and not worn out.
►
Immediately stop working if the machine
suddenly starts to vibrate strongly. Before
resuming the work, find and remove the cause of
the increased vibrations.
► 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.
9800 1635 01 | Original instructions 8
LBG 804 Safety and operating instructions