Rohm DURO-A RC, Translation Of The Original Operating Manual

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2 | Safety
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2.2 Improper Use
If the power chuck is operated for a purpose other than the intended use as
specified in this operating manual, this is deemed to be improper use.
Any utilisation beyond the scope of the intended use poses risks and is not
approved by RÖHM GmbH.
Improper use refers to the following:
▪ use of the power chuck DURO-A RC for suspending loads;
▪ use of non-OEM parts as replacement parts;
▪ use of a non-OEM safety key;
▪ use of defective jaws (e.g. sprockets on base jaw broken off or cracks in
the jaws);
▪ use of welded jaws;
▪ use of the power chuck DURO-A RC in explosive atmospheres;
▪ operation with the safety key inserted;
▪ operation with unlocked jaws;
▪ operation with modifications not approved by the manufacturer;
▪ operation outside of the defined operating parameters;
▪ operation with insufficient maintenance;
▪ operation without safety equipment;
▪ clamping of unsuitable materials (compressible materials);
▪ clamping of unauthorised materials (plastics, rubber, glass or other non-
metals) without the approval of RÖHM GmbH;
▪ clamping of regular workpieces with an asymmetric position of the jaws;
▪ clamping of workpieces with the safety key inserted;
▪ clamping of workpieces to long workpieces;
▪ clamping of workpieces to heavy workpieces;
▪ eccentric clamping of workpieces ( Dangers due to Imbalanced Work-
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▪ manipulation of the safety key (e.g. removal of the safety spring).