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Safety
2.4 Responsibilities of the owner operator
This manual must be kept in the immediate vicinity of
the machine and be accessible at all times to all persons
working on or with the machine. The machine may only
be operated if it is in proper working order and in safe
condition. Every time before the machine is switched
on, it must be inspected for visible defects and general
condition. All instructions in this manual must be strictly
followed without reservation.
Besides the safety advice and instructions stated in this
manual, it is necessary to consider and observe local ac-
cident prevention regulations, general safety regulations
as well as current environmental stipulations that apply to
the operational range of the machine.
The operator and designated personnel are responsible
for the trouble-free operation of the machine as well
as for clearly establishing who is in charge of insta-
lling, servicing, maintaining and cleaning the machine.
Machines, tools and accessories must be kept out of the
reach of children.
2.5 What is required of personnel
Only authorized and trained personnel may work on and
with the machine. Personnel must be briefed about all
functions and potential dangers of the machine. „Spe-
cialist staff“ is a term that refers to those who – due to
their professional training, know-how, experience, and
knowledge of relevant regulations – are in a position to
assess delegated tasks and recognise potential risks. If
the personnel lack the necessary knowledge for work-
ing on or with the machine, they must first be trained.
Responsibility for working with the machine (installation,
service, maintenance, overhaul) must be clearly defined
and strictly observed. Only those persons who can be
expected to carry out their work reliably may be given
permission to work on or with the machine. Personnel
must refrain from working in ways that could harm oth-
ers, the environment or the machine itself. It is absolutely
forbidden for anyone who is under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or reaction-impairing medication to work
on or with the machine. When appointing personnel to
work on the machine, it is necessary to observe all local
regulations regarding age and professional status. The
user is also responsible for ensuring that unauthorised
persons remain at a safe distance from the machine.
Personnel are obliged to immediately report to the opera-
tor any irregularities with the machine that might compro-
mise safety.
2.6 Work safety
Following the safety advice and instructions given in this
manual can prevent bodily injury and material dam-
age while working on and with the machine. Failure to
observe these instructions can lead to bodily injury and
damage to or destruction of the machine. Disregard of
the safety advice and instructions given in this manual as
well as the accident prevention regulations and general
safety regulations applicable to the operative range of
the machine shall release the manufacturer and their
authorised representatives from any liability and from all
compensation claims.
Edgebander
G 500