Wacker Neuson BH24, Operator'S Manual

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Safety instructions
2. Safety instructions
for the use of drilling and breaking hammers with combustion
engines
2.1 General
2.1.1 Drilling and breaking hammers 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 drilling and breaking hammers and
proven their ability for the job to the employer
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may be expected to carry out the job they are charged with carefully.
The persons must be assigned the job of operating drilling and
breaking hammers by the employer.
2.1.2 Drilling and breaking hammers are to be applied for their proper use.
Both the manufacturer’s operating instructions and these safety
instructions have to be observed.
2.1.3 The persons charged with the operation of these hammers have to be
made familiar with the necessary safety measures relating to the
machine. In case of extraordinary uses, the employer shall give the
necessary additional instructions.
2.1.4 This machine generates noise that exceeds the country-specific
permissible noise levels (individual rating level). It may therefore be
necessary to wear ear protection.
WACKER recommends that you always wear ear protection.
2.2 Operation
2.2.1 The function of operation levers or elements is not to be influenced or
rendered ineffective.
2.2.2 Before going on breaks, the operator has to switch of the engine and
has to place the drilling and breaking hammer in such a manner that it
cannot turn over.