General Instructions and Regulations
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1.5
Safety Instructions - Safety First!
1.5.1 Safe operation
Careful handling of the equipment is the best insurance against an accident. Read the manual diligently,
and make sure you understand it before starting up the equipment. All operators, regardless of their
experience level, shall read this manual and additional pertinent manuals before commissioning the
equipment or installing an attachment. The owner shall be responsible for ensuring that all operators
receive this information and are instructed on safe handling practices.
1.5.2 Observe safety instructions!
Read and understand this manual and the safety instructions on the generator before trying to start up and operate
the generator. Learn the operating practices and ensure work safety. Familiarise yourself with the equipment and its
limits. Keep the generator in good condition.
1.5.3 Personal protective clothing (PPE)
For maintenance and repair work on the equipment,
do not
wear loose, torn, or ill-fitting clothing that may
catch on protruding parts or come into contact with pulleys, cooling disks, or other rotating parts, which can
cause severe injury.
Wear appropriate safety and protective clothing during work.
Do not operate the generator while under the influence of alcohol, medications, or drugs.
Do not wear head phones or ear buds while operating, servicing, or repairing the equipment.
1.5.4 Cleanliness ensures safety
Keep the generator and its environment clean.
Before cleaning the generator, shut down the equipment and secure it against accidental start-up. Keep
the generator free from dirt, grease, and waste. Store flammable liquids in suitable containers only and
ensure adequate distance to the generator. Check the lines regularly for leakage and eliminate leaks
immediately as applicable.
