Schmid & Wezel
D-75433 Maulbronn
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Ausführung / Execution
05.2004
Hydraulic oil
The order numbers for both the parts contained in
the scope of supply and for accessories can be
found in Annex A.2 "List of spare and wear parts"
2. Safety Precautions
2.1 General Safety Precautions
Be sure to observe the following safety pre-
cautions when working with the hook cutter.
Always disconnect the equipment from the
power supply before changing the cutting
blades or starting any installation, maintenance
and repair work.
It is assumed that all work involving operation
of the hook cutter is always completed by ade-
quately skilled operating personnel.
Instruction is provided by our specialist person-
nel.
Installation, maintenance and repair work may
only be carried out by authorised and qualified
personnel.
Hook cutters from S&W conform to the relevant
safety regulations.
2.2 Conduct at the Place of Work
1. Keep your place of work tidy. Untidiness can
lead to accidents.
2. Give consideration to environmental influences.
Ensure good lighting (min. 500 lux).
3. Keep other people away from your place of
work. Work in a concentrated and sensible man-
ner. Do not use the hook cutter when you are
unconcentrated and/or tired.
4. Keep the hook cutter in a safe place. Store the
unit in a dry place when not in use.
5. Working clothes: Do not wear any baggy clothes
or jewellery because these could be caught by
moving parts. Wear solid shoes when working.
Wear a hair net as a general rule!
6. Avoid abnormal body postures. Ensure a safe
working position and keep your balance at all
times.
7. Service your tools with care. Use only sharp and
undamaged blades so that you can work better
and safer.
8. Use only original EFA blades. Follow the instruc-
tions given under "Changing the blades". See
also Chapter 4.1.1 "Changing the blades" (pg. 4).
9. Do not leave wrenches on the machine. Check
that all wrenches have been removed before
starting the equipment.
10.Use only original EFA accessories. Use of other
accessories will void the warranty. Use of other
tools or accessories may result in injury to your-
self.
11.Modifications and changes to the machine are
not permitted and exonerate S&W of any war-
ranty and liability.
3. Commissioning and opera-
tional safety
Place of work
The operator requires a working space of at least
1.5 sq. m. No other place of work should extend into
this area, as the movements with the cutter could
result in the risk of injury.
The illumination at the place of work must be at
least 500 lux.
3.1 Initial Operation
The hook cutter must be in an
"off" state when connected to the
works power network!
Important information, e.g. technical
data sheets, drawings and parts lists can
be found in Annex A.2 (pg. 8).
3.1.1 Spring balancer
The machine must always be operated in combina-
tion with a weight relief system (spring balancer).
Install this above the working area on an element
assembled higher or on the ceiling. Information on
fine adjustment of the spring balancer can be found
in Chapter 4.5 "Adjustment of the Spring Balancer"
(pg. 4).
Suspend the cutter so that it is as top-heavy as pos-
sible. The vertical position can be adjusted, if nec-
essary.
Due to the weight of approx. 24 kg, there is a risk
of injury through the unit slipping or falling down
when fixing or loosening the weight relief system.
Pay attention also that the machine does not jam
on the trigger snap or on the hook of the cutter.
Work cautiously!
When the cutter is not in use, store it so that there
is no risk of accidental contact with the blades as
