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2.4.8 Particular hazard areas
In the area of the grinding wheel, wet-grinding belt and finned brush, there is a hazard of pinching
and being drawn in, e.g. clothing, fingers and hair. Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
2.4.9 Servicing (maintenance, repair) and fault rectification
Maintenance work is to be carried out on schedule by trained personnel. Inform operating per-
sonnel before beginning repair work. Designate a supervisor responsible for this.
For all service work, the grinding machine is to be disconnected from the current supply and
secured against accidental restart.
Remove power plug. Cordon off the repair area as far as it is required.
After completing maintenance work and rectifying any faults, install all safety devices and verify
that they are fully functional.
2.4.10 Structural modifications to the grinding units
Modifications, retrofits or rebuilds of the grinding units are not allowed without the permission of
the manufacturer. This also applies for installation and configuration of the safety devices.
Any conversion work requires the written permission from KNECHT Maschinenbau GmbH.
Immediately replace any machine parts that are not in a serviceable state.
Use only original replacement and wear parts. When using external parts, it cannot be guaranteed
that they are constructed and manufactured to be suitable and safe.
2.4.11 Cleaning the grinding units
Properly handle any cleaning agents and materials used and dispose of them in an environ-
mentally-friendly manner.
Dispose of the wear parts and replacement parts in a safe and environmentally-friendly manner.
2.4.12 Lubricants / oils and greases
When using oils and greases, follow the safety regulations applicable to the product. Comply with
the special regulations for the foodstuffs sector.
2.4.13 Relocation of the grinding machine with grinding units
Disconnect the grinding machine from any external current supply, even if adjusting its position
slightly. Before restarting the grinding machine, properly connect it to the power supply.
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