Safety provisions
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If materials that may contain asbestos or other toxic substances are to be processed, inform the relevant
authority first. Work must only be performed upon approval and only under supervision and compliance
with the required safety measures.
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When cutting pre-tensioned and steel-reinforced concrete pillars, observe all instructions and standards
that the respective authorities or component manufacturers have stipulated. Cutting of reinforcement
bars must be performed in the prescribed order and under consideration of the relevant safety
provisions.
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Never alter, change or modify any safety equipment or functional assemblies of this machine.
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Danger of accidents! Only use this machine if it is in good, safe condition! Always check the machine
prior to use.
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Only use those accessories and attachments that have been supplied by us and that are expressly
approved for attachment to this machine. Only cutting discs approved for this machine must be used as
cutting tools.
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Reliable operation and safety of this machine also depend on the quality of the spare parts used. Use
only genuine spare parts. Original spare parts are identical with genuine production parts and guarantee
best quality in material, dimensions, function and safety. Original parts and accessories are available
from your specialist dealer. Your dealer has been supplied with appropriate documentation to determine
the correct parts. Your dealer is frequently supplied with updates about improvements to the equipment.
Please note that the use of non-original parts will void your warranty.
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Always store the machine in a safe place and in such a way that it will not pose any danger. Stop the
engine. Never let the machine run unsupervised!
Persons who disregard safety instructions, operating or maintenance instructions are liable for any
damage or consequential losses.
In order to prevent injuries, please make sure that you wear the prescribed clothing and protective
equipment.
Clothes should be tight-fitting (no lapels), but not hindering.
When performing any work, wear a working suit of firm materials with sufficient flame inhibition that
cannot inflame by sparks flying (materials of leather, cotton after flame-inhibiting treatment or heavy
close-meshed linen fabrics).
Check the information in the work clothes and ensure that no easily flammable materials and no easily
melting materials like polyester or nylon are contained in the clothes. The working clothes must never be
contaminated with flammable substances such as petrol or similar.
Never wear scarves, ties, jewellery or other clothes that may get caught in the cutting disc, at objects in
the environment or the power tool. Tie back long hair and secure it under a helmet.
Wear a protective helmet during any work.
Use personal hearing protection.
Eye/face protection is mandatory pursuant to ANSI Z 87.1.
Wear firm safety shoes with steel toes and a good grip.
Wear protective gloves with non-slip palms.
Use breathing protection for dry cutting as protection from dust.
3.3 Prescribed work clothing / PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
