Schmid & Wezel
D 75433 Maulbronn
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11.2011
1. Application, scope of delivery
and accessories
Important notes!
This manual has been specifically compiled for
machine operators. Keep it near the machine for
future reference!
The stunning device is powered by compressed air.
The stunning device
may only be operated
for the intended purpose, with due care as
regards safety, and if the equipment is in proper
working order
if all safety devices are properly mounted
according to the safety instructions in this manual
after instruction of the operating personnel, who
must also have read and understood the
instructions in chapter 2 "Safety instructions"
(page 2) and chapter 3 "Commissioning and
operational safety" (page 3).
This is necessary in order to prevent incorrect
operation and to enable operators to assess potential
risks accurately.
1.1 Symbols used in this manual
Danger:
Information:
Never point the device towards a
person!
Never reach into the operating
area of the piston, as this could
lead to injury.
When working with the stunning
device, always wear hearing
protection!
Proceed with extreme caution. In the
event of incorrect operation, there is a
risk of injury to operating staff and other
persons. There is also a risk of damage
to the machine.
This symbol highlights sections in the
text containing important information
and useful hints.
1.2 Proper use
1.2.1 Application
The EFA VB 115 stunning device is suitable for the
stunning of calves with an impact depth of 95 mm.
The EFA VB 215 stunning device is suitable for the
stunning of heifers, cows and bulls with an impact
depth of 135 mm.
The machine is not designed for any other use. If
you wish to use the equipment for other purposes,
first consult Schmid & Wezel GmbH & Co (S&W).
If the machine is used for any other purposes,
please note that there is a greater risk of serious
injury and increased wear to machine parts. The
operator shall be solely liable for any damage arising
from improper use of the equipment.
1.2.2 Residual risks
As the stunning device is designed for the industrial
processing of animals, there is a risk of serious
injury to persons, if it is not handled with the
necessary caution. If handled improperly or without
due care, persons might even be killed instantly, or
die as a consequence of serious blood loss.
It is
therefore imperative that the stunning device is
handled properly and according to the instructions
in this manual.
1.3 Scope of delivery
Stunning devices EFA VB 115 or EFA VB 215
Operating manual
1.4 Accessories
For order numbers of standard equipment and
accessories, please refer to Appendix A.3 "Sparepart
list" (page 13).
2. Safety instructions
2.1 General safety instructions
When operating the stunning device, always
adhere to the following safety instructions:
Only personnel who have been properly trained
and instructed in the safe use of the stunning
device may operate the machine.
Instruction by our specialist technicians
Installation, maintenance and repair work may
only be carried out by suitably trained and
authorised specialist technicians.
