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MF7380 - MF7382 CENTORA - EAME
D3117800M2 - S/N 582 582 583 583400001
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1. Introduction - Specifications
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Considerations with regard to equipment
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Machine guards
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Before using a machine, you must check that the machine’s guards are in place and functional. These
guards not only prevent parts of the body or clothing from coming into contact with the machine’s moving
parts, but also stop objects that might fly off the machine and cause injury. Make sure that any missing
guards are replaced.
Lifting equipment
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Always make sure that lifting equipment such as chains, slings, lifting bars, hooks and eyes are inspected
thoroughly before use. If you are in any doubt, choose stronger equipment than necessary.
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You must never stand under a suspended load or raised implement.
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Avoid injury as a result of components being handled incorrectly. Make completely sure that you can lift
the object. If you are in any doubt, seek help.
Lifting with a jack
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Choose a jack that is strong enough to take the load.
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Stabilise the combine and chock up the wheels.
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Position support stands under the combine. Lower the jack and allow the combine to rest on the stands.
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You must NOT go under a combine that is being supported by a chain hoist or jack.
Compressed air
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The pressure from a compressed air hose will often be up to 7 bar. This is completely safe if used cor-
rectly. Any misuse can cause injury.
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You must never use compressed air to blow dust, filings, dirt, etc., away from the area being worked on
unless the right type of nozzle is fitted and safety glasses are being worn.
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Compressed air is not a cleaning agent and only moves dust, etc., from one place to another. Look around
you before using a compressed-air hose, as onlookers may get grit in their eyes, in their ears and on their
skin.
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Use approved air guns, safety glasses and suitable screening to protect other people in the area being
worked on.
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You must never point an air nozzle at another person.
Hand tools
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Many cuts, abrasions and injuries are caused by defective tools. You must never use the wrong tool for
the job, as this generally results in either injury or poorly executed work.
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You must never use:
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A hammer with a loose head or cracked handle.
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Adjustable spanners, etc., with jaws rounded through wear or otherwise in a worn condition.
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Spanners or files as a hammer, or bits, split pins and bolts as a punch.
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Grind convex heads of chisels. The sharp edges can tear your skin if the tool slips. And when you strike
the tool, chips can break off and fly into your eye.
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Make sure that you have a handle on every file to prevent the blade from going through your palm or wrist
if the file were to slip or catch.
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For removing or changing hardened pegs, use a copper or brass punch rather than a hammer.
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The recommended special tools must always be used for dismantling, inspecting and joining large com-
ponents.
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They will help reduce the time and effort required to carry out the work and minimise repair costs.
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Always keep tools clean and in good condition.
