Wacker Neuson BFS 1345, Operator'S Manual

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Safety information
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2. Safety information
for floor saws with combustion engine drive
2.1 General instructions
2.1.1 Floor saws may only be operated by persons who
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are at least 18 years of age,
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are physically and mentally fit for this job,
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have been instructed in operating floor saws and have proved their
abilities to the employer and
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may be expected to carry out the job they are charged with carefully.
They must have been assigned to work on the floor saws by the com-
pany.
2.1.2 Floor saws may only be operated taking the operator's manual of the
manufacturer and this safety information into account.
2.1.3 The persons charged with the operation of floor saws must be made
familiar with the necessary safety measures relating to the machine. In
case of extraordinary uses, the employer shall give the necessary ad-
ditional instructions.
2.1.4 This machine generates noise that exceeds the country-specific per-
missible noise levels (individual rating level). It may therefore be nec-
essary to wear ear protection.
2.2 Operation
2.2.1 The function of operation levers or elements must not be influenced or
rendered ineffective.
2.2.2 Use only cutting blades that are suitable for the peripheral speed or the
speed of the machine.
2.2.3 Always use the correct cutting blade for the material to be cut.
2.2.4 Do not touch hot parts as they can cause burns!
2.2.5 Particularly when starting the engine you have to make sure that the
cutting blade does not come into contact with anything.
2.2.6 Never let the machine run unattended.
2.2.7 The operator must not leave the machine during operation.
2.2.8 Before the operator leaves the floor saw unattended, he must switch
off the engine and take precautions to prevent the machine from
slipping or falling over.