SAFETY
SA-2
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Carefully read and follow all safety signs on the machine
and all safety messages in this manual.
Safety signs should be installed, maintained and re-
placed when necessary.
If a safety sign or this manual is damaged or missing, or-
der a replacement from your authorized dealer in the
same way you order other replacement parts (be sure to
state machine model and serial number when ordering).
Learn how to operate the machine and its controls cor-
rectly and safely.
Allow only trained, qualified, authorized personnel to
operate the machine.
Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications of the machine may im-
pair its function and/or safety and affect machine life.
Do not modify any machine parts without authoriza-
tion. Failure to do so may deteriorate the part safety,
function, and/or service life. In addition, personal ac-
cident, machine trouble, and/or damage to material
caused by unauthorized modifications will void Hitachi
Warranty Policy.
Do not use attachments and/or optional parts or
equipment not authorized by Hitachi. Failure to do so
may deteriorate the safety, function, and/or service life
of the machine. In addition, personal accident, ma-
chine trouble, and/or damage to material caused by
using unauthorized attachments and/or optional parts
or equipment will void Hitachi Warranty Policy.
The safety messages in this SAFETY chapter are in-
tended to illustrate basic safety procedures of machines.
However it is impossible for these safety messages to
cover every hazardous situation you may encounter. If you
have any questions, you should first consult your supervi-
sor and/or your authorized dealer before operating or per-
forming maintenance work on the machine.
003-E01B-0003
SA-003
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
Be prepared if a fire starts or if an accident occurs.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher on hand.
Thoroughly read and understand the label attached on
the fire extinguisher to use it properly.
To ensure that a fire-extinguisher can be always used
when necessary, check and service the fire-extinguisher
at the recommended intervals as specified in the
fire-extinguisher manual.
Establish emergency procedure guidelines to cope with
fires and accidents.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance ser-
vice, hospital, and fire department posted near your
telephone.
004-E01A-0437
SA-437