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3. General Safety Rules
Warning!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire, explosions and / or serious injuries.
Only authorized and trained personnel may operate this machine. This machine is not
intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
In case of any inappropriate usage, improper operation or repair, the producer shall be exempt from liability.
3.1
Work area safety
a)
Do not use the machine in rain, damp or wet locations.
b)
Avoid dangerous environments: do not work in the presence of explosive atmospheres, in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Remove materials or debris that may be ignited by sparks.
c)
In some cases sparks could be created by grinding.
d)
The surface to be treated must be swept, make sure to remove all stones, screws etc..
Any stones, screws, bolts, pieces of wire etc. could cause serious damage if it gets inside the machine!
e)
Do not use on wood.
f)
Make sure there is enough ambient light on the work area. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
g)
Keep children and bystanders away while operating the machine. They are likely not to foresee the
potential dangers of the machine. Distractions could cause you to lose control of the machine.
h)
Persons who are not operating the machine must not be permitted to stay in the surrounding area of at
least 5 meter from the machine.
i)
Never use the machine when the surface is not clear and if there is a risk of stumbling or tripping.
j)
Make sure that there are no cables or hoses in the driving direction of the machine.
k)
Make sure that there is nothing standing or situated on the surface to be treated.
l)
Make sure the machine can travel over all inequalities on the surface, small inequalities like weld seams or
floor joints are no barriers for the machine.
m)
Never stay in the rain with the machine
n)
Check if there are any obstacles that can snag the cables when the machine is moving.
o)
Remove reinforcing steel or other objects protruding from the surface in order to prevent damage to the
compounds or diamond discs.
p)
Secure the work area around the machine in public areas providing an adequate safety distance from the
machine. Use a red and white safety chain and danger sign to enclose the work area.
q)
Warning!
Make sure that the surface to be treated does not contain dangerous materials such as:
- combustible or explosive dusts or substances.
- carcinogenic or pathogenic substances.
3.2
Electrical safety
a)
Use only extension cables for extending the main cable that are sized and marked in accordance with the
overall power consumption of the machine. Do not use damaged extension cables.
b)
Electrical cables must be rolled entirely off of the reels.
c)
Any damage to the electric cables and/or electrical components is not permitted.
d)
The voltage on the identification plate must comply with the power supply.
e)
Use an electrical power supply connection with earth connection and earth leakage circuit breaker.
f)
The circuit breaker of the power supply must have a ‘’D’’ characteristic. Circuit breakers with a “C” or “B”
characteristic can give problems when switching the
motor on.
g)
Keep the machine original; The machine is always equipped with an earthed connection, do not
change this
and always use earthed cables with an earthed plug.
h)
Inspect and test the electrical components regularly. The electrical components have to satisfy with the
requirements set out in the harmonised norm EN60204-1.
i)
Always call a skilled electrician or your distributor when you have questions about the safety of the
electrical components.
j)
Work on electrical equipment or operating materials may only be undertaken by a skilled electrician or by
trained persons under the guidance and supervision of a skilled electrician as well as in accordance with
the electrical engineering regulations.
k)
Always use tools that are insulated against voltages.
