OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SWi5TE_Rev02_A5
SWi5TE
FLANGE SPREADING WEDGE
4
WARNING:
Applying pressure to a damaged
hose may cause it to rupture.
WARNING:
Immediately replace worn or
damaged parts. Use only genuine Equalizer
parts from approved distributors or service
centres. Equalizer parts have been engineered
and manufactured to be fit-for-purpose.
DANGER:
To minimise risk of personal injury
keep hands and feet away from the tool and
workpiece during operation.
WARNING:
Always wear suitable clothing and
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Do not
handle pressurised hoses; escaping oil under
pressure can penetrate the skin, causing
serious injury. Seek medical attention
immediately if oil penetration is suspected.
WARNING:
Only pressurize complete and fully
connected hydraulic systems. Do not pressurize
systems that contain unconnected couplers.
CAUTION:
Do not lift hydraulic equipment by
the hoses or couplers. Use only the designated
carrying handles.
CAUTION:
Lubricate tools as directed in this
manual prior to operation. Use only approved
lubricants of high quality, following the lubricant
manufacturers instructions.
CAUTION:
Only use the designated anchor
point for fixing the lanyard. Do not attach the
lanyard to the plastic handle.
DANGER:
Care should be taken when using
the lanyard to avoid entanglement with body
parts.
The vibration total value to which this tool is
subjected does not exceed 2.5 m/s
2
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2.4
DEFINITION OF TERMS
A
CAUTION
is used to indicate correct operating or
maintenance procedures and practices to prevent damage
to, or destruction of equipment or other property.
A
WARNING
indicates a potential danger that requires
correct procedures or practices to avoid personal injury.
A
DANGER
is only used when your action or lack of
action may cause serious injury or even death.
DO:
an illustration showing how the tool should
be used.
DON’T:
an illustration showing an incorrect way
to use a tool.
2.5
HAZARDS
WARNING:
ensure all hydraulic components
are rated to a safe working pressure of 700 bar
(10 000 psi).
WARNING:
Do not overload equipment. The
risk of hydraulic overloading can be minimised
by using the Equalizer Hand Pump, which has a
factory-set safety valve preventing the safe
working pressure being exceeded.
If alternative hydraulic pumps are used, ensure
that there are adequate systems to limit the
working pressure to 700 bar (10 000 psi).
CAUTION:
ensure components are protected
from external sources of damage, such as
excessive heat, flame, moving machine parts,
sharp edges and corrosive chemicals.
CAUTION:
Take care to avoid sharp bends and
kinks in hydraulic hoses. Bends and kinks can
cause severe back-up pressure and cause hose
failure. Protect hoses from dropped objects; a
sharp impact may cause internal damage to
hose wire strands. Protect hoses from crush
risks, such as heavy objects or vehicles; crush
damage can cause hose failure.
