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Safety instructions
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Before switching on the machine, always check to make sure that there are
no other persons in the immediate vicinity of the machine.
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In the event of power supply failure, the machine will coast to a stop without
applying the brakes (no electric brake action).
It takes longer than normal for tools to come to a stop.
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Do not reach into the area of rotating tools.
Residual risks associated with the planer/thicknesser unit
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Injuries due to coming into contact with the rotating cutterblock from above
during planing.
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Injuries due to contact with the rotating cutterblock on reaching into the in- or
outfeed during thickness planing.
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Injuries caused by kickback of the workpiece.
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Injuries due to ejected parts of workpieces and tools.
Disorder at the workplace
Loose objects or objects that are lying around can cause severe injuries.
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Ensure that there is sufficient space to work around the machine.
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Remove loose objects from the working area.
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Keep the work area orderly and clean.
Insufficient lighting of the installation room
Serious injuries
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Light installation room sufficiently.
Standing on the machine
The covers or projecting components of the machine are not suitable for standing
on them. If the machine falls down, severe breaks can occur.
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It is forbidden to climb onto the machine.
Decommissioned safety devices
The machine is equipped with diverse protective devices with safety function.
When protective devices are decommissioned, the safety function is no longer
ensured. Decommissioned safety devices can cause severe injury.
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Do not deactivate or bypass protective devices.
Damage to electrical components or their insulation
Damaged electrical components or damage to their insulation cause deadly elec-
tric shocks.
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Work on electrical fittings may only be carried out by qualified personnel
and in strict observance of the safety instructions.
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Disconnect machine from power supply and secure against restarting before
carrying out work at electrical devices.
