Fundamental Safety Instructions
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2 Fundamental Safety Instructions
2.1 Intended Use
The lifting device VacuMaster is used solely for lifting and transporting flat loads, workpieces or sheets
made of a range of materials at low heights (<1.8 m).
The suction surfaces of the load to be lifted must be airtight – that is, when vacuum generation is
switched off, the load being gripped must be held for another five minutes. You may need to verify this
by performing multiple lifting tests.
The lifting device VacuMaster is intended only for commercial use indoors.
The loads to be lifted must be rigid enough to ensure they are not destroyed during lifting.
The lifting device is built in accordance with the latest standards of technology and is delivered in a safe
operating condition; however, hazards may arise during use.
The order confirmation describes specifically how the lifting device VacuMaster is to be used. All other
types of use are considered non-intended use.
Do not exceed the maximum permissible lift capacity (see type plate).
2.2 Non-Intended Use
Schmalz accepts no liability for damage caused by the use of the lifting device for purposes other than
those described under Intended Use. The use of the lifting device for loads that are not specified in the
order confirmation or that have different physical properties than those specified in the order confirma-
tion shall be considered non-intended use.
In particular, the following are considered non-intended use:
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Using as a climbing aid
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Lifting people or animals
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Storing loads while picked up
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Applying suction to building components, equipment or supporting surfaces.
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Applying suction to liquids.
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Applying suction to bulk materials (e.g. granulates)
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Evacuation of objects that are in danger of imploding
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Attachment of loads using ropes, chains or similar
2.3 Danger Zone
Persons in the danger zone of the lifting device VacuMaster may suffer life-threatening injuries.
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Ensure that no persons are present in the danger zone!
The danger zone of the lifting device VacuMaster includes the following areas:
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The area directly below the lifting device and load.
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The area immediately surrounding the lifting device and load.
2.4 Hazards during Operation
CAUTION
Shearing off of the load due to collision with surrounding objects
Risk of injury!
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Ensure that no obstacles or interference contours are present within the working zone
during handling.
