Hitachi ZAXIS 17U-2, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
S-2
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Carefully read and follow all safety signs on the machine
as well as all safety messages in this manual.
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Safety signs must be installed, maintained and replaced
if damaged.
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If a safety sign or this manual is damaged or missing,
order a replacement from your nearest Hitachi dealer
in the same way you order other replacement parts
(be sure to state machine model and serial number
when ordering).
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Allow only properly trained, qualified, authorized per-
sonnel to operate the machine.
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Learn how to correctly operate and service the machine.
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Keep your machine in proper working condition.
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Always operate the machine within the specification.
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Unauthorized modifications of the machine may impair
the functions and/or safety and affect machine life and
the warranty will become void.
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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 possible hazardous situation you may en-
counter. If you have any questions concerning safety,
you should first consult your supervisor and/or your
nearest Hitachi dealer before operating or performing
maintenance work on the machine.
SA-003
PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES
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Be prepared if a fire starts or if an accident occurs.
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Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher on hand.
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Thoroughly read and understand the label attached on
the fire extinguisher and use it properly.
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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.
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Establish emergency procedure guidelines to cope
with any fire or accidents which may occur.
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Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance
service, hospitals, and fire department posted near
your telephone.
SA-437