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1 Safety instructions
1.1 Preliminary remarks
The escalator deep cleaning machine step 100 was manufactured according to state-of-the-
art technology and in compliance with all relevant regulations. This, however, does not guar-
antee that some other unavoidable dangers for persons and property can occur. All person-
nel working with this machine must therefore read and follow these operating instructions,
and in particular the safety regulations, with great care.
These operating instructions must remain at the machine for use by the operator. Each oper-
ator must receive thorough instruction on handling and working with the machine.
1.2
Owner’s duties
In accordance with EU directive on the use of operating equipment 89/655/EEC Art. 6(1) and
7 and EU framework directive 89/391/EEC Art. 1(1) and Art. 6(1), the owner of the equipment
is obliged to instruct all persons, particularly with regard to safety, who will be authorised to
work on assembly, operation, maintenance, repair or dismantling of the machine.
The owner is also obliged in accordance with EU directive on the use of operating equipment
89/655/EEC Art. 4a to inspect the machine before start-up, following repair work and follow-
ing faults or malfunction.
1.3 Intended and specified use
The escalator deep cleaning machine step 100 is exclusively intended for basic and mainte-
nance cleaning of indoor and outdoor escalators. Any use beyond this stipulation must be
considered as contrary to the manufacturer’s intentions. The manufacturer will not be liable
for any damage resulting from such work; all risk in this case will be borne exclusively by the
operator. Correct use of the machine also includes compliance with the conditions of opera-
tion and maintenance stipulated by the manufacturer.
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The escalator deep cleaning machine step 100 is not intended nor suitable for clean-
ing hazardous dirt.
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The machine may only be used with the cleaning liquid approved by the manufactur-
er.
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The machine is not fire-proof.
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The machine is also not licensed for use in cleaning public streets and paths.
1.4 Who may operate the machine?
The machine may only be used by persons who have been instructed in its operation and
who are expressly authorised to carry out such work. These persons should be at least 18
years old.
All relevant accident prevention regulations and other generally recognised rules of safety
engineering, industrial medicine and the highway code must be strictly observed.
Assembly, equipment, maintenance and repair work demand special knowledge and may
only be carried out by specially trained experts.