3 Safety
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Restarting
Machines, machine parts, accessories or tools that were detached for transport
purposes must be re-mounted and fastened before restarting.
Only operate in accordance with the operating instructions.
3.5
Operating safety
Explosible environment
Never operate the machine in a potentially explosive environment.
Work environment
Familiarize yourself with your work environment before you start work. This in-
cludes e.g. the following items:
Obstacles in the work and traffic area.
Load-bearing capacity of the ground.
The measures needed to cordon off the construction site from public traffic in
particular.
The measures needed to secure walls and ceilings.
Options available in the event of an accident.
Starting the machine
Observe the safety information and warning notices located on the machine and
in the operator's manual.
Never attempt to start a machine that requires maintenance or repairs.
Start the machine as described in the operator's manual.
Avoid body contact with grounded components.
Vertical stability
Always make sure that you stand firmly when working with the machine. This ap-
plies particularly when working on scaffoldings, ladders, uneven or slippery
floors etc.
Caution with hot parts
Do not touch the hot vibrator head during or shortly after operation. The vibrator
head can become very hot and can cause severe burns.
Caution with movable parts
Keep your hands, feet and loose clothing away from moving or rotating machine
parts. Parts of your body being pulled in or crushed can cause serious injuries.
Do not use components of to machine for climbing on or holding onto
Never use the protective hose, power cable or other components of the machine
for climbing on or holding onto.
