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3 SECURITY PRINCIPLES
3.1
SECURITY
PRINCIPLES
OVERVIEW
A hazard exists when handling movable parts of structures especially in the event that
the jack is not use in the right way or is badly maintained. Whereas as a result an
accident or severe injury could happen, it is necessary to observe the special security
measures when handling, assembling, maintaining and checking the jack.
! VAROVÁNÍ
ALWAYS
ensure the raised part of the structure against drop (e.g. by brace rod), if
you intend to work under it.
NEVER
jack up persons.
NEVER
burden the jack more than is the load capacity indicated on the jack.
ALWAYS
warn persons in surroundings before starting work.
ALWAYS
read the operation manual and security instructions.
Bear in mind that the operation staff is responsible for faultless technique of raising.
Hence verify all national directives, regulations and standards whether they contain
other information on safety work with your jack.
3.2.
SECURITY
PRINCIPLES
! WARNING
3.2.1 Prior to use
ALWAYS
ensure the jack would be operated by physically fit, qualified and
instructed persons older than 18 years, familiarized with the operation
manual and trained in security of work and mode of operation.
ALWAYS
check up the jack every day before starting work according to Section 8.2.
(1) „Daily inspection“.
NEVER
use the defective or outworn jack.
NEVER
use the jack without visible load capacity marking on the jack.
NEVER
use the jack marked with the label „
OUT OF OPERATION
“.
ALWAYS
consult the producer or his authorized representative any application of the
jack in nonstandard or extreme environment.
ALWAYS
check that the product is grounded through the ground terminal when
working in an explosive atmosphere
ALWAYS
wipe off any dust before handling the product in an explosive atmosphere
3.2.2 When in use
ALWAYS
make sure the jack is properly mounted in equipment construction.
ALWAYS
pay increased attention, if the jack is drawn up to maximum position.
ALWAYS
work with the jack only with manpower.
ALWAYS
we recommend with respect to actuating forces the jack operation is
ensured by two persons when handling parts of structures the weight of
which approximate to safe working load of the hoister.
