Operating instructions iQ-Oval CDS V1-4.docx
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1.7.
Additional Risks
Even though the iQ-Oval CDS has been designed and built according to the most
stringent safety criteria, as with all machinery we have to anticipate certain additional
risks, which are detailed below:
Danger
Description
Behavior/Action
Electrical threats:
Indirect contact (in case of
defect)
Danger of life-threatening
electrical shock by indirect
contact with defective
parts carrying voltage (in
particular in case of
defective insulation).
Switch off the machine
with the main power
switch and EMERGENCY
STOP facilities. Isolate the
mains supply.
Mechanical threats:
Crushing
Crushing of parts of the
body -in particular arms
and hands.
Be aware of moving parts
whilst operating the
machine. Wear protective
clothing at all times.
Mechanical threats:
Getting caught or trapped
Danger through moving
parts (linear or rotary
drive systems).
Danger in reaching into,
under or over the
machine. Only reach into
the machine from the
indicated points. Wear
suitably fitting clothing,
particularly in the area of
the arms.
Mechanical threats:
Slipping, stumbling and
falling
Danger of falling (e.g.
obstacles on the floor).
The floor area around the
machine must be kept
free from any obstacles.
Danger through contact
with or inhaling of
substances
Danger through contact
with or inhaling
substances or materials
with harmful or toxic
effects.
Observe the safety
instructions for handling
such substances.
