Hose Fitting Insertion device TH1E-5
Bulletin 4480-TH1E-5/UK
Safe operation, pollution control
2.4 Rules to observe
Ensure adequate lighting in the working area of the machine.
Machine operators need to know the location and operation of fire alarm
and fire-fighting facilities.
These facilities must be freely accessible.
2.4.1 During operation
• Check each movement of your hands (motor activity) with your
eyes (sensory activity). Controlled movements need to be monitored
sensorily at all times.
• Before each use make sure that the machine and the rubber jaws are
in proper condition, are properly fixed and undamaged.
• Wear snugly fitting clothes which cannot get caught in the machine.
• Do not process pieces of hose that are too short and keep your hands
away from the danger area.
• Make sure that the hose piece to be processed is placed centrically in
the rubber jaws.
• Make sure that your work does not endanger anyone. Remember that
you may be held liable.
• Keep children away from the machine; unauthorised people should
keep a safe distance from the machine.
• Keep your workplace neat and tidy as dirty areas are often the cause of
accidents. A neat and tidy workplace can contribute to the prevention
of accidents.
• Always avoid any impact and blows on parts of the machine;
work with concentration and feeling.
• Before each use check the rubber jaws for cracks and breaks.
Only work with a machine that is in proper condition.
• Perform the prescribed inspection, cleaning and maintenance work.
• Make sure that no other person is within the working area.
• Do not eat, drink or smoke at your workplace.
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