3 Security
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Security
3.1
Policy
In keeping with the latest technological developments
The machine has been built in keeping with the latest technological developments and the recognized
technical safety rules. Nevertheless, improper use can result in hazards to life and limb of the user or
third parties as well as damage to the equipment and other material assets.
Proper use
The machine may only be used for the following purposes:
Soil compaction.
Asphalt compaction.
Vibrating paving stones.
The machine may not be used for the following purposes:
Compaction of very cohesive soils.
Compaction of frozen soils.
Compaction of hard, non-compressible soils.
Compaction of non-load-bearing soils.
Use in accordance with the intended purpose also includes the observation of all safety instructions in
this manual as well as complying with the prescribed care and maintenance instructions.
Any other or exceeding use is considered improper. The manufacturer's liability and warranty are
canceled for any damage resulting from improper use. The risk lies entirely with the operator.
Structural changes
Structural modifications may not be undertaken without the written permission of the manufacturer.
Unapproved structural changes may result in risks to the operator and/or third parties as well as damage
to the machine.
In the case of unauthorized structural changes, the liability and warranty of the manufacturer are no
longer applicable.
The following cases are considered structural changes:
Opening the machine and the permanent removal of components.
Installing spare parts that do not originate from Wacker Neuson or are not comparable in the design
system and quality of the original parts.
Attaching any accessories that do not originate from Wacker Neuson.
Spare parts or accessories that originate from Wacker Neuson can be safely mounted.
3.2
Areas of responsibility of the operator
The operator is the individual who personally operates this machine for industrial or commercial
purposes or who entrusts a third party with the use. The operator bears legal responsibility for his/her
protection as well as that of third parties.
The user must make the operator's manual available to the operator and ensure that this has been read
and understood.
The manual must be kept next to the machine or place of use.
The operator must hand over the manual to subsequent operators or owners of the machine.
The country-specific regulations, standards, and guidelines on accident prevention and environmental
protection must be observed. The operator’s manual must be supplemented with additional instructions
that take regulatory, national, or generally applicable safety standards into consideration.
NOTE
Please read and observe all notes and safety instructions in this manual. Failure to comply
with these instructions can lead to electric shock, fire and/or serious injury as well as
damage to the machine and/or other objects. Store safety instructions and notes for future
use.
