Parkside PDBS 1800 A1, Translation Of The Original Instructions

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PDBS 1800 A1
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Hazards in the workplace
■ Slipping, tripping up and falling are the main
causes of injuries in the workplace . Pay atten-
tion to surfaces that may have become slippery
from the use of the machine and also be aware
of tripping hazards caused by air or hydraulic
hoses .
■ Proceed with caution in unknown surroundings .
Hidden hazards caused by power or other
supply lines may be present .
■ This compressed-air tool is not suitable for use
in explosive atmospheres and is not insulated
against contact with power sources .
■ Ensure that there are no electric mains, gas
pipes, etc . that might result in a hazard if dam-
aged by using the machine .
■ Make sure (e .g . by using a metal detector) that
there are no hidden power, water or gas lines in
the location where you are working .
Hazards caused by dust and vapours
■ The dusts and vapours produced by using the
machines for screw connections can be hazard-
ous to health (e .g . cause cancer, birth defects,
asthma and/or dermatitis); it is essential to
carry out a risk assessment in respect of these
risks and to implement corresponding regulato-
ry mechanisms .
■ The risk assessment should include the dust
caused by using the machine and any existing
dust that may be raised at the same time .
■ The exhaust air should be extracted so that the
minimum amount of dust is raised in an already
dusty environment .
■ If dusts or vapours are created, the main priority
must be to control these at the site of their
release .
■ All machine components or accessories intended
for collecting, extracting or suppressing airborne
dust or vapours or should be used and serviced
properly in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions .
■ Consumables/machine tools should be selected,
maintained and replaced in accordance with
the recommendations in this guide in order to
avoid unnecessary intensification of dust or
vapour production .
■ Use a dust mask as per the instructions provided
by your employer or as required by health and
safety regulations .
■ Working with certain materials can lead to
emissions of dust and vapours that are poten-
tially explosive .
Hazards caused by noise
■ Excessive noise levels in conjunction with insuffi-
cient hearing protection may lead to permanent
hearing damage, loss of hearing and other
problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing,
whistling or humming in your ears) . It is essential
to carry out a risk assessment with regard to
these hazards and implement suitable control
mechanisms .
■ Suitable control mechanisms include measures
such as the use of insulating materials to avoid
ringing noises from occurring on the workpieces .
■ Use hearing protection according to the
instructions provided by your employer and as
required by work and health safety regulations .
■ The automatic screwdriver is to be operated
and maintained in accordance with the recom-
mendations contained in this manual in order to
reduce any unnecessary increase of the noise
levels .