Operating Manual
VacuMaster
Chapter 1
Safety
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1 Safety
1.1 Instructions for the
Owner
Lifting devices of the
V
ACU
M
ASTER
series are manufactured according to
current technical standards and are safe. Nevertheless, they will present
hazards
if they are not operated by qualified or at least trained staff,
if they are used contrary to the approved applications (see Section 4.)
This may result in
injuries to or death of operators and other persons,
damage to lifting device and other valuable goods.
1.2 Instructions for the
Installation,
Maintenance and
Operating
Personnel
The device must be installed and maintained by qualified personnel, mechanics
and electricians. Any work on the electrical equipment may be carried out only
by a qualified electrician.
Each person in your company involved in the installation, commissioning,
operation, maintenance or repair of the device
must have read and understood these operating instructions
and especially the chapter "Safety" herein.
Your company must ensure by internal measures
that the operators of the lifting device are properly trained,
that they have read and understood the operating instructions,
that the operating instructions are available to them at all times.
The responsibilities for the tasks carried out with the device must be clearly
defined and observed. Ambiguity regarding responsibilities must not exist.
1.3 Hazard Alert
Symbols in this
Manual
Danger
Caution
The hazard alert symbols in this manual are labelled as follows:
Identifies a hazard which can result in death or severe injury to persons.
Identifies a potentially hazardous situation which can result in minor or
moderate injuries.
1.4 Installation Site
Requirements
The lifting device may not be operated in rooms which contain explosive
atmospheres. It must be connected to the power supply and the main switch of
the crane it is used with.
The ambient temperature must be b0°C and 40 °C
(if this temperature range is exceeded, consult the manufacturer).
Ensure by internal instructions and checks that the installation site is always
kept clean and tidy.
