Schmid & Wezel
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1. Operation, Scope of Supply,
Accessories
Notes, read carefully!
This manual is intended for the machine operator.
Keep it in a safe place!
The breaking saws
may only be operated:
In a technically safe condition, for its intended
use and in accordance with the applicable safety
and accident prevention regulations
With all the safety devices attached
In accordance with the safety precautions
When the operating personnel has read and
understood this manual, in particular chapter 1
"Safety precautions" (p. 15) and chapter 2
"Commissioning and operational safety" (p. 16)
Only in this way can incorrect operation be avoided
and hazard situations correctly assessed.
1.1 Symbols in this Manual
Hazard symbol:
The greatest care and attention must
be taken here. Lack of attention can
result in an immediate risk of injury for
the operating personnel or third par-
ties. Furthermore, the machine may be
damaged.
Information symbol:
1.2 Intended Use
1.2.1 Field of use
The breaking saws are used for breaking cows,
calves, pigs and sheep.
The performance and the 300 mm saw blade of the
model
EFA SK30/ 18
make it particularly suitable
for cutting beef halves.
Never reach into the area of the
saw blade to avoid the risk of cut-
ting off limbs!
Wear eye protection or safety
goggles when working with the
saw!
Texts marked with this symbol con-
tain important information and
useful tips.
The machines are not equipped for any other form
of use. Should the operator wish to use the saw in
some other way, please consult Schmid & Wezel
GmbH & Co. (S&W) beforehand.
Use in any other way may result in a risk of acci-
dents and increased wear to the saw. The user
alone bears the liability for the consequences of any
other form of use.
1.2.2 Residual risks
The breaking saw is designed for industrial use on
animal carcasses. There is a risk of injury. Gross
negligence in the use of the saw may even result in
fatal injuries; this means that improper use of the
saw could lead to instant death or to death by
bleeding. Be sure therefore to always use the
machine in the proper manner.
A.3 Scope of Supply
Breaking saw, incl. saw blade, 6 mm teeth (SK
23/18), 12 mm teeth (SK 30/18)
Operating manual
A.4 Accessories
The order numbers for both the parts contained in
the scope of supply and for accessories can be
found in Annex A.3 (p. 28).
1. Safety precautions
1.1 General safety precautions
Be sure to observe the following safety pre-
cautions when working with the breaking
saw.
Changing the saw blade as well as installation,
maintenance and repair work may only be car-
ried out when the machine is disconnected from
the mains supply!
Select personal protection equipment according
to the regulations applicable on the premises
and to the accident prevention regulations in
force.
It is assumed that the operating personnel is
sufficiently familiar with the use of breaking
saws.
Instruction is provided by our specialist person-
nel.