ORBIT 16
2. SAFETY INFORMATION
2.1. GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Carefully read the “Directions for use”, paying particular attention to the “Residual risks”.
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Pay attention to the safety warnings.
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Use the machine only for the use for which it is designed.
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Sometimes, accidents can be caused by a "careless" use of the machine by the operator.
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Pay maximum attention.
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Preserve the readability of the information signs and observe the indications given.
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Do not tamper with the safety devices and protections.
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The personnel authorised to carry out any operation on the machine has to be adequately trained.
2.2. SAFETY WARNINGS FOR HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
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The personnel authorised to handle the machine (loading and unloading) must possess particular
expertise in the field of intervention.
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Carry out handling (loading and discharge) according to the information delivered together with the
product.
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During handling use one or two assistants, if required. This operation may generate unpredictable risks.
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In order to minimise the risks related to assistants' involvement, you must inform them priorily on the
type of work and the behaviour to be used.
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The machine must be handled with the aid of specific means (crane, forklift etc.) by qualified personnel
capable of observing the safety requirements.
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When using the lifting means, insert and/or fasten the devices (hooks, forks etc.) ONLY into the points
provided on the package and/or the machine.
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Transport the machine suitable means of adequate capacity.
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The minimum and maximum temperature (during transport and/or storage) must fall within the range
allowed in order to prevent damaging the electrical components.
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Install the machine ONLY in spaces free of explosion and /or fire risks.
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Avoid the spaces exposed to atmospheric and corrosive agents.
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Assess, prior to installation, if it is necessary to draw up a "safety plan" in order to protect the safety of
the personnel involved.
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Ensure suitable safety conditions for carrying out works at height in areas difficult to reach or however
dangerous.
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Install the machine according to the minimum perimeter indicated by the manufacturer and the
surrounding activities.
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Should the machine interface directly/indirectly with other machines or production lines, draw up the
installation design of the machine.
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The design must include all the operating conditions in order to comply with the standards in force on
safety at work place.
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Check that the installation space is properly ventilated in order to avoid air concentration unhealthy for
the operators.
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Apply the most suitable solutions for reducing the noise levels and the acoustic pollution to minimum.
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Carry out the electrical connections professionally and in full compliance with the instructions provided
by the manufacturer and the specific regulations in force.
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The electrical connections must be carried out EXCLUSIVELY by operators with particular expertise in
the field of intervention.
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The operator must test the machine and check, through a general test, that the machine can be
commissioned without any risk for the operator.
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Dismantle all the packaging components in compliance with the standards in force in the country of
installation.
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