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1. Safety
1.1 Safety Precautions
Failure to observe and comply with the following
precautions could result in death or serious personal
injury. Property damage could also occur.
• Always wear protective head-wear, ear protectors,
footwear and gloves (at a minimum rigger type
gloves) suitable for safe operation of the tool.
The protective clothing must not interfere with
safe operation of the tool or restrict the ability to
communicate with co-workers.
• Be sure your workplace is safe. Follow the
instructions in your workplace’s standard
operating procedures and be sure to observe all
communicated safety precautions.
• Read and completely understand the safety
precautions and instructions in this manual before
operating the system or preparing it for use. Always
follow all safety precautions and instructions,
including those that are contained within the
procedures of this manual.
• Ensure all hydraulic components are rated to a safe
working pressure of 700 bar (10,150 psi).
• Never set the relief valve to a higher pressure than
the maximum rated pressure of the system. Higher
settings may result in equipment damage and/or
personal injury.
• Do not overload equipment. Never attempt to
move a load weighing more than the capacity of
the system. Overloading causes equipment failure
and possible personal injury.
• Be sure setup is stable before moving load.
• Always perform a visual inspection of the system
before placing it into operation. If any problems are
found, do not use the tool. Have the tool repaired
and tested by an Enerpac Authorized Service
Center before it is returned to service.
• Never use a tool that is leaking oil. Do not use the
equipment if is damaged, altered or in need of
repair.
• Be sure the operator has completed safety induction
training, specific to the work surroundings. The
operator should be thoroughly familiar with the
controls and the proper use of the tool.
• The operator must be of at least the minimum age
required by applicable local regulations, laws and
the facility standard operating procedures.
• Never attempt to relieve hydraulic pressure by
loosening a coupler.
• Never use force to unseat a coupler check ball that
is under hydraulic pressure.
• Take every precaution to prevent oil leaks from
occurring. High pressure oil leaks can penetrate
the skin, resulting in serious injury.
• Do not over-tighten connectio
ns; connections
need only be secure and leak free. Over tightening
can cause premature thread failure.
WARNING
Read all instructions carefully. Follow all recommended
safety precautions to avoid personal injury as well as
damage to the product and/or damage to other property.
Enerpac cannot be responsible for any damage or injury
from unsafe use, lack of maintenance, or incorrect
operation. Do not remove warning labels, tags, or
decals. In the event that any questions or concerns
arise, contact Enerpac or a local Enerpac distributor for
clarification.
Save these instructions for future use.
If you have never been trained on high-pressure
hydraulic safety, consult your distributor or service
center for information about Enerpac Hydraulic Safety
Courses.
This manual follows a system of safety alert symbols,
signals, words, and safety messages to warn the user of
specific hazards. Failure to comply with these warnings
could result in death or serious personal injury, as well
as damage to the equipment or other property.
The Safety Alert Symbol appears throughout
this manual. It is used to alert you to potential
physical injury hazards. Pay close attention
to Safety Alert Symbols and obey all safety
messages
that follow this symbol to avoid the possibility
of death or serious injury.
Safety Alert Symbols are used in conjunction with certain
Signal Words that call attention to safety messages or
property damage messages and designate a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The Signal Words used in
this manual are DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and
NOTICE.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious personal injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious personal injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in minor or moderate personal
injury.
Indicates information considered
important, but not hazard related (e.g. messages related
to property damage). Please note that the Safety Alert
Symbol will not be used with the signal word.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
