1.2.
Vibrations (where applicable).
1.2.1.
Prolonged use of hand held (operated) machines will cause the user to feel
the effects of/from vibrations. These vibrations can lead to white finger
(Raynaud's phenomenon) or carpal tunnel syndrome. This condition reduces
the ability of the hand to feel and regulate temperature, causing numbness and
heat sensations and may cause nerve damage and circulatory tissue death.
1.2.2.
Not all factors that lead to white finger disease are known, but cold weather,
smoking and other diseases that affect blood vessels and blood circulation as
well as large and long-lasting impact of shocks are considered factors called in
the formation of white finger. Note the following to reduce the risk the white
finger and carpal tunnel syndrome to reduce:
1.2.3.
Wear gloves and keep your hands warm
1.2.4.
Take regular breaks
1.2.5.
All of the above precautions may help reduce the risk of white finger disease
but not rule out carpal tunnel syndrome. Long-term and regular users are
therefore recommended to observe the condition of your hands and fingers.
Seek medical attention immediately if any of the above symptoms should
occur.
1.3.
Noise.
1.3.1.
The operating noise of the machine can damage your hearing. Wear hearing
protection such as earplugs or ear defenders to protect your hearing. Long-
term and regular users are advised to have hearing checked regularly. Be
especially vigilant and cautious when wearing hearing protection because your
ability to hear alarm warnings will be reduced.
1.3.2.
Noise emissions for this equipment is unavoidable. Carry out noisy work at
approved times and for certain periods. Limit the working time to a minimum.
For your personal protection and protection of people working nearby it is also
advisable for them to wear hearing protection.
1.3.3.
See CERTIFICATE of CONFORMITY section for Outdoor Noise declaration of
conformity.
2. MACHINE SPECIFIC SAFETY
2.1.
Safety labels
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Caution: before doing any
work on the compressor it
must be disconnected from
the power supply.
RISK OF HIGH
TEMPERATURES
Caution: the compressor
contains some parts which
might reach high
temperatures.
RISK OF ACCIDENTAL START-
UP
Attention, the compressor
could start automatically in
case of a
power failure
and
a
nd power being restored
.
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