Separating Protective Devices; Personal Protective Equipment; Safety During Operation - Optimum OPTIdrill DP 33 Operating Manual

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Separating protective devices

1.12.1 Drill chuck guard
Adjust the guard to the correct height before you start working. To do so, slacken the clamping
screw, set the required height and re-tighten the clamping screw. There is a switch integrated in
the protective cover which monitors that the cover is closed.
1.12.2 Protective cover of the V-belts
A protective cover for the belt pulleys is mounted on the drilling head. There is a switch integra-
ted in the protective cover which monitors that the cover is closed.
INFORMATION
It is not possible to start the machine if the protective covers are not closed.
1.12.3 Prohibition, warning and mandatory signs
INFORMATION
All warning signs must be legible. They must be checked regularly.
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Personal protective equipment

For some works you need personnel protective equipment as protective equipment. These are
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Safety helmet,
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protective glasses or face guard,
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protective gloves,
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safety shoes with steel toe caps,
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ear protection.
Before starting work make sure that the required personnel protective equipment is available at
the work place.
CAUTION!
Soiled personal protection equipment that may be contaminated may cause illness. It
must be cleaned after each use and at least once a week.
Personal protective equipment for special works
Protect your face and your eyes: Wear safety glasses for all work where your eyes are at risk.
Wear protective gloves when handling pieces with sharp edges.
Wear safety shoes when you assemble, disassemble or transport heavy components.
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Safety during operation

We provide information about the specific dangers when working with and on the drilling
machine in the descriptions for these types of work.
WARNING!
Before activating the drilling machine, double-check that make sure that there are no
dangers generated for persons, not cause damage to equipment.
Avoid any unsafe work methods.
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Make sure that your work does not endanger anyone.
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The instructions described in these operating instructions must be strictly observed during
assembly, operation, maintenance and repair.
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Do not work on the drilling machine if your concentration is reduced, for example, because
you are taking medication.
Safety
Version 1.0.1 - 2020-08-18 Translation of original instruction
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