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Safe Operating Practices
Read and understand all procedure and safety instructions before using the Condux Fiber
Optic Cable Puller. Observe all safety information on this page and note specific safety
requirements as explained by procedures called out in this manual. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in serious personal injury, property damage or death.
A. WORK AREA SAFETY
1. Wear personal protective equipment: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and
leather work gloves.
2. The safe operation of this equipment requires that the operator’s be on stable footing.
3. Stay clear of cables or lines under tension. Do not stand directly behind the puller.
4. Stay clear of rotating equipment.
5. Use the puller only for its intended purpose. Do not hoist people or equipment, and do
not wind up pulling lines with the capstan.
6. Start all pulls slowly and increase speed as the puller stabilizes.
7. Be aware of the location of all underground utilities in your work area.
B. HYDRAULIC DEVICES
Escaping fluids under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious personal injury.
Observe the following precautions to avoid hydraulic hazards:
1. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Relieve pressure when connecting or
disconnecting hoses and when servicing the unit.
2. Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Do not use your hands!
3. Do not exceed working pressure of hydraulic hoses.
4. Visually inspect hoses regularly and replace if damaged.
C. ELECTRIC DEVICES
The electronic control box is an electrical device. Electric shock hazards exist that could
result in severe personal injury or death. Observe the following precautions to avoid
electrical hazards:
1. Do not operate in or near water. This includes setting the electronic control box on a
wet surface or exposing it to rain.
2. Do not remove cover of electronic control box. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
3. The electronic control box power switch should be in the off position before connecting
or disconnecting any cords.
4. Do not connect the electronic control box directly to a vehicle’s battery; use the power
pack, the vehicle’s 12 Volt DC power point, or the vehicle’s lighter socket.
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