Wacker Neuson BH23, Operator'S Manual

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3 Safety
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3 Safety
3.1 Principle
State of the art
This machine has been constructed with state-of-the-art technology according to
the recognized rules of safety. Nevertheless, when used improperly, dangers to
the life and limb of the operator or to third persons or damage to the machine or
other materials cannot be excluded.
Proper use
The machine must only be used for the following purposes:
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Breaking off concrete and asphalt and soil that is full of boulders.
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Breaking off concrete, masonry and other construction materials, untouched
and frozen ground.
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Scarifying roads and concrete, asphalt, tar and wooden and stone paving.
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Cutting clay, loam, peat and salts.
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Breaking up compacted soils.
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Ramming in posts, probes and grounding rods.
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To tamp sleepers in track construction (only EH 22, BH 23, 24, 65).).
The machine may only be used with tools that are intended for use with the ma-
chine and the material being worked on.
The machine may not be used for the following purposes:
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Working on hazardous materials such as asbestos.
Its proper use also includes the observance of all instructions contained in this
operator's manual as well as complying with the required service and mainte-
nance instructions.
Any other use is regarded as improper. Any damage resulting from improper use
will void the warranty and the liability on behalf of the manufacturer. The operator
assumes full responsibility.