1.6.2.2. Get medical assistance as soon as
possible. You must advise the medical staff of
the type acid.
1.6.2.2.1.
Lead/acid battery = dilute
sulphuric acid
1.6.2.2.2.
Nickel/cadmium = potassium
hydroxide alkali electrolyte.
1.6.2.3. Use fresh running water to wash off
excess electrolyte, continue this until medical
assistance arrives. Make sure that you do not
wash the electrolyte to another part of the
face or body.
1.6.2.4. If electrolyte comes into contact with
Eyes the electrolyte needs to be immediately
washed away with large amounts of water.
Make sure that you do not wash the
electrolyte to another part of the face or body.
1.6.3. Gasses from charging batteries are
highly flammable and great care should be
taken to charge in well ventilated areas.
1.6.4. There is an explosion risk if the battery
terminals are short circuited, when
connecting/dis-connecting ALWAYS exercise
great care so that the terminals or battery
leads are NOT allowed to touch and cause a
spark. ALWAYS use suitable insulated tools.
1.7.
Vibrations (where applicable).
1.7.1. 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.
1.7.2. 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
in the formation of white finger. Note the
following to reduce the risk the white finger
and carpal tunnel syndrome:
1.7.2.1. Wear gloves and keep your hands
warm
1.7.2.2. Take regular breaks
1.7.3. 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.
1.8.
Noise (where applicable).
1.8.1. 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.
1.8.2. 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.
1.8.3. See CERTIFICATE of CONFORMITY
section for Outdoor Noise declaration of
conformity.
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