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2.1 Basic safety instructions
2.1.1 Observe notes in the operating instructions
The basic prerequisite for safe handling and uninterrupted operation of this circular knife grinding
attachment is knowledge of the basic safety instructions and regulations.
• These operating instructions contain important notes on how to operate the circular knife
grinding attachment safely.
• All persons carrying out work on the circular knife grinding attachment must follow these
operating instructions, in particular the safety notices.
• In addition, the rules and regulations regarding accident prevention at the place of use are to
be observed.
2.1.2 Obligation on the part of the operator
The operator is obliged to allow only those persons to work on the circular knife grinding
attachment, who
• are familiar with the basic occupational safety and accident prevention regulations and have
received instruction in handling the circular knife grinding attachment,
• have read and understood the operating instructions, in particular the section entitled “Safety”
and the warning notes, and have provided signed confirmation of this.
The safety-awareness of the personnel at work will be monitored at regular intervals.
2.1.3 Obligation on the part of the personnel
All personnel working on the circular knife grinding attachment shall be obliged, before starting
work, to
• observe basic occupational safety and accident prevention regulations,
• read the operating instructions, particularly the section entitled “Safety” and the warning notes,
and provide signed confirmation that they have understood them.
2.1.4 Hazards involved in handling the circular knife grinding attachment
The circular knife grinding attachment has been built to the latest technological standards and the
recognized rules of technical safety. In spite of this, its use poses inherent risks which could result
in bodily harm or even death of the user or third persons, or damage to the circular knife grinding
attachment or other property.
The circular knife grinding attachment may only be used
• for its intended purpose, and
2. Safety
