881MBTS
9
52094216 REV 0
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Training & Qualifications
Pre-Operation Inspection
Daily before use, inspect the tool and correct any
problems before using to reduce the risk of injury
and prevent tool damage. If any problems are found,
do not use this tool until the problems have been
fixed, failure to follow these steps increases the risk
of injury.
1. Clean any oil, grease, or dirt from the tool, including
handles and controls. A clean tool aids inspection.
2. Inspect for wear and damage before use. Do not use
if any parts are worn, corroded, rusted, or cracked.
Replace any components with Greenlee replacement
parts. A damaged, worn or improperly assembled
item could break and result in flying debris.
3. Check for proper assembly and completeness, do
not use if there are missing or misaligned parts.
4. Check for the presence and condition of decals.
5. Inspect any other equipment or accessories being
used by following the inspection sections of their
instruction manuals.
If any issues are found, do not use the tool until
corrected.
Only workers trained and qualified should use this tool,
especially in a live line environment. It is recommended
at least a second trained and qualified person is present
at appropriate distance to respond if needed. Follow all
training and proper jobsite safety precautions outlined by
your industry, government, and employer.
1. Check work area for:
• Adequate lighting
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
If present, do not work in area until sources have
been identified and isolated properly.
• A clear, level, stable and dry place for all
equipment and space for the operator to work
comfortably and according to tool operating
instructions to reduce the risk of injury.
• Clearly marked or easily recognizable to prevent
people from coming into the area while the tool is
being used. Barriers or cones around work site are
ways to do this.
2. Inspect the work to be done. Determine the correct
equipment and accessories for the job.
3. Confirm all related equipment has been inspected.
4. Lock the rear swivel casters and store any loose tools
before beginning assembly.
5. Check that the conduit rails and carriage are in the
proper position. The carriage should be touching
the inner conduit collars and the conduit should not
extend more than 3 in. past front collars (Fig. 1).
Work Area & Tool Set-Up
•
Proper set up is essential to minimizing risk
during use.
Set up the tool and work area
according to these procedures to reduce the risk
of injury.
•
Parts of this tool are heavy.
Use proper lifting
techniques to reduce the risk of injury.
•
Secure loose equipment and materials before
operating or transporting table.
Loose equipment
or material can fall and cause tipping and striking
injuries or damage the equipment.
Carriage
0”- 3”
Figure 1
Inner Conduit
Collars
Conduit
Couplings
If necessary, reposition the conduit rails by loosening
the four screws on the collars to allow the conduit
rails to slide. To move the carriage, loosen the two
screws underneath the carriage and slide it into
position along conduit rails. Retighten screws when
everything is in the proper position.
6. Check the conduit couplings (Fig. 1) are secure and
hand tighten if necessary. A loose coupling could
allow the vise to fall off the end of the counduit.
Remove these couplings to remove vise.
Front Conduit
Collars
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