SAFETY
ZIPPER MASCHINEN GmbH www.Zipper-Maschinen.at
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ZI-HS8TN
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Ensure that there is sufficient space around the machine!
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Ensure sufficient lighting conditions at the workplace to avoid stroboscopic effects.
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Ensure a clean working environment
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Use only defect-free tools that are free of cracks and other defects (e.g. deformation).
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Keep the area around the machine free from obstacles (e.g. dust, chips, cut-off workpiece
parts, etc.).
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Check the connections of the machine for strength before each use.
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Never leave the running machine unattended. Switch off the machine before leaving the
working area and secure it against unintentional or unauthorised restarting.
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The machine may only be operated, maintained or repaired by persons who are familiar with
it and who have been informed about the hazards that can occur during work.
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Ensure that unauthorised persons maintain an appropriate safety distance from the
machine, and in particular keep children away from the machine.
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Never wear loose jewellery, loose clothing, ties or long, loose hair when working on the
machine.
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Hide long hair under hair protection.
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Wear close-fitting protective work clothing and suitable protective equipment (eye
protection, dust mask, ear protection; gloves only when handling tools).
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Always work carefully and with the necessary caution and never use excessive force.
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Do not overload the machine!
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Switch off the machine and disconnect it from the power supply before adjusting,
converting, cleaning, servicing or maintenance work etc. Before starting work on the
machine, wait until all tools or machine parts have come to a complete standstill and secure
the machine against unintentional restart.
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Do not work on the machine if you are tired, unconcentrated or under the influence of
medication, alcohol or drugs!
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Do not use the machine in areas where vapours from paints, solvents or flammable liquids
pose a potential danger (risk of fire or explosion!).
13.4
Electrical safety
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Make sure that the machine is grounded.
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Only use suitable extension cables.
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A damaged or tangled cable increases the risk of electric shock. Handle the cable with care.
Never use the cable to carry, pull or disconnect the power tool. Keep the cable away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
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Proper plugs and outlets reduce the risk of electric shock.
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Water entry into the machine increases the risk of electric shock. Do not expose the machine
to rain or moisture.
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The machine may only be used if the power source is protected by a residual current circuit
breaker.
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Use the machine only when the ON-OFF switch is in good working order.
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Before connecting the machine always make sure that it is switches off.
13.5
Special safety advice for these machines
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Do not split wet wood.
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Only split the wood upright in the direction of the grain!
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Do not split wood containing foreign bodies such as nails, cables etc.
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Never operate the machine outdoors in the rain.
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Select a level, vibration-free, non-slip surface for installation.
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Ensure sufficient light conditions at the workplace.
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Although it is possible that several operators could work on the machine (e.g. for loading and
unloading), only one person may carry out the splitting operation any one time.
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Keep your hands away from splits and cracks that open in the log.
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Do not reach into the splitting area.
13.6
Residual risks
Despite proper use, certain residual risks remain. Due to the design and construction of the machine,
hazardous situations may occur which are indicated as follows in these operating instructions:
