instructions. Incorrect selection or lack of
maintenance of consumables/ inserted tools/
other accessories may cause an unnecessary
increase in dust or fumes.
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Wear washable or disposable protective clothes
at the worksite, and shower and change into
clean clothes before leaving the worksite to
reduce exposure of dust and fumes to yourself,
other persons, cars, homes, and other areas.
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Avoid eating, drinking, and using tobacco
products in areas where there is dust or fumes.
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Wash your hands and face thoroughly as soon
as possible upon leaving the exposure area,
and always before eating, drinking, using
tobacco products, or making contact with other
persons.
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Comply with all applicable laws and regulations,
including occupational health and safety
regulations.
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Participate in air monitoring, medical
examination programs, and health and safety
training programs provided by your employer or
trade organizations and in accordance with
occupational health and safety regulations and
recommendations. Consult with physicians
experienced with relevant occupational
medicine.
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Work with your employer and trade organization
to reduce dust and fume exposure at the
worksite and to reduce the risks. Effective
health and safety programs, policies and
procedures for protecting workers and others
against harmful exposure to dust and fumes
should be established and implemented based
on advice from health and safety experts.
Consult with experts.
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Residues of hazardous substances on the
machine can be a risk. Before undertaking any
maintenance on the machine, clean it
thoroughly.
DANGER
Exhaust gas hazard
The exhaust gas from the machine’s combustion
engine contains carbon monoxide which is
poisonous, and chemicals known to the State of
California and other authorities to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Inhalation of exhaust fumes can cause serious
injury, illness, or death.
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Never inhale exhaust fumes.
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Never operate the machine indoors or in a
poorly ventilated area.
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Never stand in a deep hole, ditch, or similar
surrounding during operating.
WARNING
Projectiles
Failure of the work piece, of accessories, or even
of the machine itself may generate high velocity
projectiles. During operating, splinters or other
particles from the working material may become
projectiles and cause personal injury by striking the
operator or other persons. To reduce these risk:
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Use approved personal protective equipment
and safety helmet, including impact resistant
eye protection with side protection.
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Make sure that no unauthorised persons
trespass into the working zone.
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Keep the workplace free from foreign objects.
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Ensure that the work piece is securely fixed.
WARNING
Splinters hazard
Using the working tool as a hand struck tool can
result in splinters hitting the operator and can
cause personal injury.
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Never use a working tool as a hand struck tool.
They are specifically designed and heat-treated
to be used only in a machine.
WARNING
Slipping, tripping and falling
hazards
There is a risk of slipping, tripping or falling, for
example tripping on hoses or on other objects.
Slipping, tripping or falling can cause injury. To
reduce this risk:
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Always make sure that no hose or other object
is in your way or in any other person's way.
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Always make sure you are in a stable position
with your feet as far apart as your shoulder
width and keeping a balanced body weight.
WARNING
Motion hazards
When using the machine to perform work-related
activities, you may experience discomfort in the
hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of the
body.
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Adopt a comfortable posture while maintaining
secure footing and avoiding awkward off-
balanced postures.
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Changing posture during extended tasks may
help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
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In case of persistent or recurring symptoms,
consult a qualified health professional.
Safety and operating instructions
COBRA COMBI
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