34 GB
General safety rules
Accessory hazards
Disconnect the nibbler or shear from the energy
supply before fitting or changing the inserted
tool or accessory.
Use only sizes and types of accessories and
consumables that are recommended by the man-
ufacturer of nibblers or shears; do not use other
types or sizes of accessories or consumables.
Cutters can become hot during use; do not touch.
Do not use cracked or deformed accessories or
inserted tools.
Workplace hazards
Slips, trips and falls are major causes of work-
place injury. Be aware of slippery surfaces caused
by use of the tool and also of trip hazards caused
by the air line or hydraulic hose.
Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings.
There can be hidden hazards, such as electric-
ity or other utility lines.
The nibbler or shear is not intended for use in
potentially explosive atmospheres and is not
insulated against contact with electric power.
Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas
pipes, etc., which can cause a hazard if dam-
aged by use of the tool.
Dust and fume hazards
Dust and fumes generated when using nibblers
and shears can cause ill health (for example
cancer, birth defects, asthma and / or dermatitis);
risk assessment and implementation of appro-
priate controls for these hazards are essential.
Risk assessment should include dust created by
the use of the tool and the potential for disturb-
ing existing dust.
Operate and maintain the nibbler or shear as
recommended in these instructions, to minimize
dust or fume emissions.
Direct the exhaust so as to minimize disturbance
of dust in a dust-filled environment.
Where dust or fumes are created, the priority
shall be to control them at the point of emission.
All integral features or accessories for the col-
lection, extraction or suppression of airborne dust
and fumes should be correctly used and main-
tained in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Select, maintain and replace the consumable /
inserted tool as recommended in the instruction
handbook to prevent an unnecessary increase
in dust or fumes.
Use respiratory protection in accordance with
the employer’s instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations.
Noise hazards
Exposure to high noise levels can cause perma-
nent, disabling hearing loss and other problems,
such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or
humming in the ears). Therefore, risk assessment
and implementation of appropriate controls for
these hazards are essential.
Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may
include actions such as damping materials to
prevent workpieces from “ringing”.
Use hearing protection in accordance with
employer’s instructions and as required by
occupational health and safety regulations.
Operate and maintain the nibbler or shear as
recommended in the instruction handbook, to pre-
vent an unnecessary increase in the noise level.
Select, maintain and replace the consumable /
inserted tool as recommended in the instruction
handbook, to prevent an unnecessary increase
in noise.
If the nibbler or shear has a silencer, always
ensure it is in place and in good working order
when the nibbler or shear is being operated.
Vibration hazards
Exposure to vibration can cause disabling dam-
age to the nerves and blood supply of the hands
and arms.
Wear warm clothing when working in cold con-
ditions and keep your hands warm and dry.
General safety rules / Before use / Start-up
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