Epiroc RD 100, Safety And Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety and operating instructions
© Construction Tools PC AB | 98001365 01 | 2020-09-24
Original Instructions
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3.2.4 Drugs, alcohol or medication
WARNING Drugs, alcohol or medication
Drugs, alcohol or medication may impair your judgment
and powers of concentration. Poor reactions and incor-
rect assessments can lead to severe accidents or death.
u Never use the machine when you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
u No person who is under the influence of drugs, alco-
hol or medication may operate the machine.
3.3 Installation, precautions
DANGER Compressed gas, explosion hazard
The accumulator is pressurized even when the hydraulic
system is shut off. To dismount the accumulator without
first releasing the nitrogen gas can cause serious per-
sonal injury or death.
u
Fill the high-pressure accumulator with nitrogen (N
2
)
only.
u Only authorised personnel are qualified to work with
the accumulator.
WARNING Whipping hose
Hoses under pressure can whip uncontrollably if screws
loosen or are loosened. A whipping hose can cause se-
vere injuries. To reduce this risk:
u Depressurise the system before loosening the con-
nection of a hose.
u Tighten the nuts on the connections of the hoses to
required torque.
u Check that the hose and the connections are not
damaged.
u Never carry the machine by the hoses.
WARNING Hydraulic oil at high pressure
Thin jets of hydraulic oil under high pressure can pene-
trate the skin and cause permanent injury.
u Immediately consult a doctor if hydraulic oil has pen-
etrated the skin.
u Never use your fingers to check for hydraulic fluid
leaks.
u Keep your face away from any possible leaks.
WARNING Hydraulic oil
Spilled hydraulic oil can cause burns, accidents due to
slippery conditions and will also harm the environment.
u
Take care of all spilled oil and handle it according to
your safety and environmental regulations.
u
Never dismount the hydraulic machine when the hy-
draulic oil is hot.
u
Never run any hydraulic lines for attachment of the
hydraulic machine through the drivers cab.
WARNING Ejected working tool
If the tool retainer on the machine is not in a locked posi-
tion, the working tool can be ejected with force, which
can cause personal injury.
u
Never start the machine while changing the working
tool.
u
Before changing the working tool or accessories,
stop the machine and turn off the power source.
u
Never point the working tool at yourself or anyone
else.
u
Make sure that the working tool is fully inserted and
the tool retainer is in a locked position before the ma-
chine is started.
u
Check the locking function by pulling the working tool
outwards forcefully.
WARNING Moving or slipping insertion tool
An incorrect dimension of the inserted tool’s shank can
result in that the inserted tool is lost or is slipping out
during operation. Risk of severe injury or crushed hands
and fingers.
u Check that the insertion tool has the shank length
and dimensions that the machine is intended for.
u Never use an insertion tool without a collar.
WARNING Injured hands
There is a risk of injured fingers when mounting the
pusher leg on the rock drill. To recuce this risk:
u Never inspect, clean, install, or remove the pusher
leg while the power source is connected.
u Never put the fingers between the rock drill and
pusher leg attachment.
CAUTION Skin eczema
Hydraulic oil can cause eczema if it comes in contact
with the skin.
u
Avoid getting hydraulic oil on your hands.
u Always use protective gloves when working with hy-
draulic oil.
u Wash hands after contact with hydraulic oil.