Safety Instructions - PRODEM PDS Series Operating Instructions Manual

SAFETY

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

During overhead work, fragments or blocks of material can fall. Make sure that the machine on which the
attachment is installed has the necessary protections for performing this time of work and has a FOPS
cabin (Fig. 2.2. 1 ).
Fig. 2.2.1
The attachment may not be used to lift or transport persons, animals or objects.
Do not use the attachment to lift or extract parts stuck in the ground.
Do not climb on the structure of the attachment.
During demolition, depending on the structure to be crushed, do not begin from lower points that could
cause the upper part to collapse way.
Do not use the attachment to pound on structures to be demolished.
The arm must be moved safely, with slow, precise movements. Avoid brusque movements.
Do not use the attachment to: pull, push on the front or side, pound or hit.
Make sure that the floor can support the load of the operating machine.
Do not bring the operating machine closer than 10 meters from aerial power lines under voltage.
To avoid the development and diffusion of dust while working, it is necessary to the work area damp
using jets of water.
Do not make any adaptations or changes that the manufacturer has not previously agreed to and
approved in writing.
All regulation, maintenance, repairs or cleaning must be performed with the engine stopped and the
attachment stably support on the ground and not residual hydraulic pressure. The residual hydraulic
pressure must be discharged by activating the opening and closing controls of the attachment several
times with the motor stopped and depressurizing the oil tank. The intervention must be marked on the
card in the cabin.
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Do not come closer than 20 meters to range of action of
an operating machine that is working with the
attachment.
Use the appropriate individual protection devices
(gloves, goggles, hard hat and safety shoes) during both
work and maintenance.
The attachment may only be operated by a qualified
operator who has read and understood the contents of
this manual.
Do not allow unauthorized personnel to operate the
attachment or perform any type of maintenance.
The operator must quickly release his grip on the
attachment in case of danger.
Do not use the attachment if it is not working properly.
The attachment can only be used when it is installed on
the operating machine using the upper bracket and the
pins provided.
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