Operator’s Manual Victory FMM Series
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Version 2.0
4.3
Personal Protective Equipment
While handling, assembling and maintaining the Heavy-duty Flail mower/mulcher, adhering to all
recommended safety instructions and ensuring that the correct Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) is used.
Always wear:
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Safety helmet; for head protection and prevention from falling objects.
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Safety gloves; for hand protection and prevention of cuts from sharp edges.
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Steel-tipped safety boots; for foot protection from falling objects.
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Wrap-around safety glasses for eye protection and prevent damage caused by shooting
particles.
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Safety vest for recognizable presence, visibility and safety.
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Any other Personal Protection Equipment that might be required, specified, or dictated by the
working environment.
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Your Company can prescribe additional (safety) instructions. This Manual does not describe
how to comply with this.
4.4
General Safety Rules for Machines
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Incorrect practice or lack of care can cause burns, wounds, mutilation, suffocation, bodily
injuries, or death.
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Ensure the work area around the equipment is smooth, clean and free from any obstacles.
Keep in mind that a dangerous situation can always arise.
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Always wear safety glasses and protective shoes when carrying out the operation.
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Long hair is not allowed. Never wear loose or torn clothing. Permanently remove jewelry.
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When lifting heavy parts, use a hoist or ask for help, to prevent personal injury.
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Ensure that all hoisting equipment such as lifting straps, hooks, or ropes are in a good state of
repair and that they can safely bear the
equipment’s
weight.
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Never bypass door interlocks or safety sensors and switches.
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Leaking chemicals, oil, or water on electrical equipment can result in severe damage or fire.
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Watch for hot parts on switched-off components and hot liquids in lines, pipes, and
compartments to prevent burns.
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Never open any vent or drain valve or remove any plugs while the system is under pressure.
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Ensure that oil pumps are isolated from the system and relieve the pressure before
disassembling a pump, removing plugs, or disconnecting piping.
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Always use tools that are in a good state of repair. Ensure you know how to use the tools
before doing any work.
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ONLY use replacement parts from the same brand as the relevant part.
