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Safety instructions
This chapter includes all the information relevant for safety.
Read the safety instructions carefully before using the
machine and observe the instructions during use. The safety
instructions draw attention to the risk of possible injuries
for persons, damage to property and environmental damage
and include information on how to avoid and avert danger.
The representation and structural content of the safety
instructions are based on the DIN ISO 3864 and DIN EN
82079 standards.
1.1
Intended use
The machine may only be operated taking into account the
conditions of use
(see Chapter 4 “Operating Conditions” on
page 21)
.
The machine is exclusively technically designed for tight-
ening and loosening retaining elements (sleeper bolts) on
railway tracks. The machine must only ever be used when
mounted on a trolley in accordance with specifications.
It must only be used and operated for this purpose. Any
other form of use, or any more extensive form of use, of this
machine or of its individual components does not constitute
“intended use”.
The manufacturer accepts no
liability for use which is contrary
to the intended use and there-
fore the operator bears the full
responsibility.
1.4
General causes of risk
In the design process for the machine all of the safety
standards for the avoidance of injury to persons, damage
to property and environmental damage were taken into
account. In spite of this, residual risk cannot be excluded.
Always work cautiously with the machine and observe the
following safety instructions.
1.4.1 Danger to life
Danger to life when working on railway tracks
Work on railway tracks includes the risk that persons can have
contact with passing trains which can lead to the most serious
injuries including fatal injuries.
– Before working on the track bed always ensure that
the railway track is out of service and reserved for work
on the track. Never work on railway tracks which are
currently released for railway traffic.
– Always proceed with the utmost caution if there are
railway tracks near to the workplace which are released
for railway traffic.
– Always place equipment and materials so that a collision
with other railway vehicles is not possible.
Risk to life from electric shocks
When working on parts and cables carrying live voltage
there is the risk of serious injury due to electric shocks which
can lead to ventricular fibrillation, cardiac arrest or respiratory
paralysis resulting in loss of life.
– Never use the machine when a power rail at the
workplace is under power.
– Never use the machine on a track circuit which is
carrying live voltage.
– Always ensure that there is no risk of an electric shock.
1.2
Use other than the intended use
Use other than the intended use is defined as when the
machine is used for a purpose which is different to the use
as described in
Chapter 1.1 “Intended use” on page 10
.
Examples of use other than the intended use include:
– Tightening or untightening of objects or materials other
than sleeper bolts,
– Use of the machine as a drive unit for other appliances,
– Use of the machine as a means of transport,
– Working with the machine with inadequate lighting at
the workplace,
– Working with the machine in heavy rain or snowfall,
– Use of the machine on a track that is open for rail traffic,
– Use of the machine in the DC current circuit,
– Use of the machine when a conductor rail is present,
– Use of the machine on a gradient higher than 4% or more,
– Use of the machine while being operated by anything
other than the two lifting handles with operating function,
– Use of the machine without a suitable trolley as a move-
ment device and support for the machine while on rails.
1.3
Further regulations
In addition to the information in this operating manual, the
legal regulations for accident prevention and environmental
protection and the accident prevention regulations of the
operator must be observed. The safety regulations for work-
ing on railway tracks or near to railway tracks issued by the
railway authorities must be strictly observed. The work may
only commence after the responsible safety officers have
authorized the work.
1.4.2 Risk of injury
Risk of injury through crushing of body parts
During work with the machine, if any body parts such as
hands or feet are located under the machine, this entails the
risk of serious injuries caused by crushing, broken bones and
even the severing of entire parts of the body.
– When operating this machine, never locate hands or feet
under the machine.
– Always wear workplace footwear with non-slip soles and
steel toe caps.
– Always wear protective gloves.
– When the machine is switched on, everyone except
the operator must maintain a safe distance of at least
5 meter.
When cleaning the air filter, there is the risk of injury
due to metal fragments and dust thrown up
When working with compressed air, there is the risk that
metal fragments and dust can penetrate the eyes leading to
injuries in the eye including loss of sight.
– When working with compressed air and in the area
where compressed air is in use always wear protective
glasses.
Risk of injury through falling down, slipping or sliding
When working on the track bed there is the risk of slipping
or sliding on the ballast and falling down which can lead to
injuries such as bruises or bone fractures.
– Always proceed cautiously when working with the machine.
– Do not work with the machine on gradients higher than 4%.
– Always wear robust industrial footwear with non-slip
soles and steel toe caps.
Danger of hearing damage
The A-weighted sound pressure level LPA at the workplace
can be as high as 82 dBA and the A-weighted sound power
level LWA at the workplace can be as high as 99 dBA.
The impact of noise can damage the hearing and can cause
short-term loss of hearing as well as mental overload.
– Always wear hearing protection when handling the
machine.
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