UNI-TROL PO-22H, Instruction Manual

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11.1 GENERAL PROTECTION INSTRUCTIONS
Before operation of the wheel rim straightening machine, read attentively the
following instructions:
- Some rims require the use non-standard of centring rings or working tools. In order
to provide correct operation and safety, non-standard spare parts must be re-
supplied by the manufacturer (or the distributor) on the customer’s order against
payment.
- The machine is used to correct wheel rims. If after the shape correction the rim
needs to be balanced, it must be done on the proper machine (balancing machine).
- The machine is not adapted to operations involving washing. The use in humid
conditions is not recommended.
- The machine must not be used by unauthorised personnel.
- The machine must be used only according to its purpose.
- Make sure the rims and the standard equipment tools, used during correction, meet
the instructions of the manufacturer.
- Before operation, check the indicator of the oil level of the hydraulic pump.
- Make sure the motor is turning in the right direction.
- If the machine is not working properly, turn it off and call for the technical service.
- In case of sudden accidents and/or during the machine’s inspection, press the
“emergency stop” (ENERGIA STOP) button.
- Do not modify the safety devices.
- Fix all parts of the machine carefully in order to avoid any hazards, and wear
protective goggles.
- Proceed slowly during operation with the straightening piston; Rapid use of piston
with big force may caused a durable demage of the rim. You must wear the
protective goggles during this operation.
- Always check a proper clamping the rim in the adapter.
- Always monitor the normal level of the pressure. If it exceeds, turn the machine off.
- Always control the direction of the motor’s movement. Rotation in the wrong
direction may damage the motor and the machine.
- Do not overload the machine’s hand control lever.
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