Schmid & Wezel
D75433 Maulbronn,
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2. Safety instructions
2.1 General safety instructions
When operating the splitting saw, always
adhere to the following safety instructions:
Before replacing the saw bands, or carrying out
installation, maintenance or repair work,
disconnect the machine from the power supply
line.
Wear personal protective equipment that is
appropriate for your work.
Only personnel who have been properly trained
and instructed in the safe use of the splitting
saw may operate the machine.
Instruction by our specialist technicians
Installation, maintenance and repair work may
only be carried out by suitably trained and
authorised specialist technicians.
Splitting saws by Schmid &Wezel conform to all
relevant safety standards
For safety reasons, the EFA SB 288 E is
equipped with 2 operating handles.
2.2 Workplace safety
1. Keep your workplace tidy.
2. Ensure that the workplace environment is
suitable for the use of the tool and properly
illuminated (min. 500 lx).
3. Prevent unauthorised persons from accessing
your workplace. Concentrate on your work and
use common sense. Do not handle the splitting
saw, if you feel tired and/or find it difficult to
concentrate.
4. Keep the splitting saw in a safe place. While not
in use, store it in a dry place.
5. Work clothing: Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery, as such items could become
entangled in moving machine parts. Wear safety
footwear. Always wear a hairnet!
6. Avoid an unnatural posture. Make sure that you
stand firmly and do not lose your balance.
7. Use only original EFA saw bands. Always adhere
to the instructions for the replacement of saw
band. See also chapter 4.1 "Changing saw
band" (page 5).
8. Never leave spanners or wrenches attached to
the tool. Before starting the machine, inspect
the splitting saw to ensure that all spanners and
wrenches have been removed.
9. Handle your tools with care. Use only sharp and
undamaged saw bands to ensure safe and
efficient working.
10.Use only original EFA accessories. If other tool
inserts or accessories are used, there is also an
increased risk of injury to the operator and
other persons. The use of spare parts other
than original Schmid & Wezel parts shall void all
warranty.
11.It is prohibited to modify the machine in any
way. Schmid & Wezel rejects any liability for
damages arising from modified equipment.
3. Commissioning and
operational safety
Workplace
The working area for the operator must be of a
size of at least 1.5 m². This area must be kept clear
and may not be shared with any other staff, as the
saw is moved during operation and could injure
other persons.
The working area must be illuminated with min.
500 lx.
3.1 Commissioning
3.1.1 Spring-loaded pulley
The machine may only operated in conjunction with
a spring-loaded pulley. The pulley must be attached
to a sliding crab secured to a beam above the
workplace or the ceiling. For detailed information on
how to install and balance the spring-loaded pulley,
please refer to chapter 4.3 "Adjusting spring-loaded
pulley" (page 8).
The splitting saw must be suspended in such a way
that its head section faces downwards. If required,
the tool can be realigned in vertical direction.
As the machine weighs about 50 kg, there is a risk
of injury if it is dropped while being attached or
removed from the pulley system. Ensure that the
splitting saw is not jammed at the hooks. Always
proceed with special care when attaching or
When connecting the splitting saw
to the pressure supply line, ensure
that it is switched off.
For detailed information, technical data,
parts lists and drawings of the
equipment, see Appendix A (page 13).