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Safety
SAFETY IS EVERYONES RESPONSIBILITY BUT IT
STARTS WITH YOU!
The Solid Body Elevator is designed and produced
with consideration of all required safety precautions.
Failure to observe the safety precautions and operating
instructions specified in this OMM can lead to hazardous
situations when operating the Solid Body Elevator. While
it is not possible to eliminate all hazardous situations
with awareness and instruction from this OMM, good
judgement should be used at all times surrounding the
use of the Solid Body Elevator. The Solid Body Elevator as
to be used only for its intended purpose. Rectify all faults
immediately which could have a negative effect on safety.
2.1
General Safety Precautions
Ensure that work on the Solid Body Elevator particularly
installation, maintenance and repair work, is performed
only by personnel with the necessary qualifications and
who are familiar with the associated risks („V Obligations
of the Operating Company“ on page 7). For safe and
proper operation of the Solid Body Elevator, it is essential
that all personnel working on the Solid Body Elevator take
the prescribed safety measures and observe the safety
precautions specified in this OMM. Before starting working
on and with the Solid Body Elevator, always ensure that no
one is put in a hazardous situation.
The Solid Body Elevator contains components subject to
wear. After longer periods of operation the safety can
be reduced due to wear. Service the Solid Body Elevator
regularly in compliance with the maintenance chart
(„6.3 Inspections“ on page 38) to ensure that all
safety requirements are always fulfilled. Check the
specified wear limits regularly. Replace worn or defective
parts immediately with new parts. If safe operation is
no longer guaranteed, stop working on and with the
Solid Body Elevator immediately. Advise the responsible
service organization. Rectify every fault, which affects the
safety, immediately.
INFO
The operating company is responsible
for ensuring safe and correct use of the
Solid Body Elevator within the sense of
the hazard and risk analysis. The operating
company is also obligated to issue and supervise
observance of operating instructions on safe
use as well as to observe the instructions in this
OMM.
Warning
Reuse of safety components can
cause accidents.
Never reuse safety-relevant parts
(such as securing cables or plates,
screws or washers).
» Replace such components with
new safety parts.
2.2
Safety Precautions
The safety precautions in this OMM are indicated using
standardized depictions and symbols. Examples of the
symbols and terms used in this OMM are explained below.
These are used in the form shown wherever possible
hazards are present.
2.2.1
Warning Signs
DANGER
Suspended load!
This indicates injury risks from
transporting heavy components.
WARNING
Danger of pinching/crushing
hands!
This indicates injury risks from moving
parts, which pose a hazard of pinching
or crushing hands.
WARNING
Danger of pinching/crushing feet!
This indicates injury risks from moving
parts, which pose a hazard of pinching
or crushing feet.
WARNING
Health hazards from service
products!
This symbol warns of health hazards
resulting from contact of service
products (e.g. lubricants, hydraulic
fluids) with the skin, mucous
membranes, eyes and respiratory
paths.
Caution
Risk of stumbling/tripping!
This symbol warns of tripping hazards,
which can lead to stumbling resulting
in injuries.
Operation Maintenance Manual
Solid Body Elevator
PN 691250-Z-BC-D - Revision: 04 07-2018
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