Safety
Safety features 4.9
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4.8.2
Operational safety
CAUTION
Risk of collapse and spillage!
There is a risk of injury from falling or spilling when working on fracture,
pit, dump and embankment edges, on trench edges and heels.
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Pay attention to side walls and their stability.
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Ensure stability.
• When operating the machine, make sure that no gas, water or elec-
trical lines or pipes are damaged.
• Exercise the utmost degree of caution near abysses or slopes.
• Never let the machine run unattended.
• Keep work area clear and keep unauthorized persons away.
• Make sure that persons located in the work area maintain a minimum
distance of 2 meters from the running machine.
4.8.2.1
Safety distances
Compaction work in the vicinity of buildings can lead to building damage.
Therefore, any possible effects and vibrations on surrounding buildings
must be checked in advance.
The relevant regulations and codes of practice for measuring, assessing
and reducing vibration immissions must be observed, in particular DIN
4150-3.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage to buildings.
4.8.3
Conduct
If this machine is operated for a longer period of time, vibration-induced
circulatory disorders may occur in fingers, hands or wrists.
Symptoms:
• Numbness of the mentioned body parts, tingling, pain, stinging and
changes in skin color.
• In the case of a personal predisposition to poor blood circulation, the
working time can be reduced despite protective gloves and regular
breaks from work.
• If these symptoms are detected, consult a doctor immediately.
4.9
Safety features
Safety features protect the operator of this machine from being exposed
to the existing hazards. These are barriers (separating protective
devices) or other technical measures that serve to avert or reduce haz-
ards.
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