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7.2 Spreading
Use the front area of the tips for increasing the gap only. Full spreading capacity can be
achieved when approximately half of the grooved area of the tips is used. The greatest force
is created in the rear area of the spreading range of the tip.
WARNING / CAUTION!
The arms – made from a light metal alloy – may not be damaged.
7.1 Safety notes
7. Spreading, pulling, peeling and squeezing
Before rescue work can commence, the position of the obstacle must be stabilized. You must
ensure an adequate substructure and / or adequate support of the object. World-wide, safety
guidelines pertaining to the specifi c country are to be observed and complied with.
In the event of a potentially explosive situation, it is not permitted to use motor pumps (danger
of the formation of sparks). In such cases, hand pumps are to be used.
The following are to be worn when working with the rescue equipment:
- protective clothing and protective shoes,
- safety helmet with visor or protective goggles,
- protective
gloves
- and, if necessary, ear protection
Before activating the rescue equipment, always ensure that there is no danger to persons
either involved / uninvolved in the action by the movement of the rescue equipment or by
fl ying fragments. Further avoid unnecessary damage to property belonging to others, objects
not involved by the rescue equipment / fl ying fragments.
Reaching between the spreader arms is strictly forbidden!
WARNING / CAUTION!
The particular effect of the force of the rescue equipment during operation could
cause pieces of the vehicle to break off or fl y off, posing a danger to persons.
Those not involved in the rescue operation should therefore
keep at a distance
appropriate to the situation
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