Specific Safety Instructions - Ds Vibrating Rammer; General Safety Instructions - Internal Combustion Engines - Wacker Neuson DS70 Operator's Manual

3 Security
3.9.2 Service
Have the machine repaired or serviced only by qualified technicians.
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Use only original spare parts and accessories. This will achieve operational safety of the machine.
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3.9.3 Safety of persons
Working under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medications can lead to most serious injuries.
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Appropriate protective equipment must be worn for all work. Appropriate protective equipment
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reduces the risk of injury significantly.
Remove tools before starting the machine. Tools that are on a rotating part of the machine can be
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ejected and lead to severe injuries.
Ensure the machine is always in a safe state.
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During long periods of work with this machine, permanent damage caused by the vibrations cannot
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be excluded completely. See the Technical Data section for the machine's vibration loading.
Wear suitable clothing. Keep loose-fitting clothing, protective gloves, jewelry and long hair away from
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moving/turning machine parts. Risk of being pulled in!
3.9.4 Handling and use
Never start machines whose switches are defective. Have defective switches replaced immediately.
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Machines with defective switches conceal a high risk of injury.
Keep unused machines out of reach of children. The machine may be operated only by authorized
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personnel.
Treat the machine with care. Have defective parts exchanged immediately before starting this
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machine. Defective machines conceal a high risk of accidents.
Use machines, accessories and plug-in tools etc. in accordance with these instructions.
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3.10

Specific safety instructions - DS vibrating rammer

3.10.1 External factors
The vibrating rammer must not be operated in the presence of the following external factors:
In an environment where there is a risk of explosion.
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Oil field environments - Methane gas emission from the ground. Risk of explosion!
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In dry, easily ignited vegetation. Risk of fire!
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3.10.2 Taking breaks at regular intervals.
When this machine is operated for protracted periods, it can cause circulation problems in your fingers,
hands or wrists.
Symptoms:
Numbing of the body parts named, tingling, pain, a pricking feeling and skin color changes.
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NOTE
If these symptoms are detected, consult a doctor immediately.
If you have a personal propensity to poor circulation, it can be restricted despite gloves and regular
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breaks.
3.10.3 Operating safety
When operating the machine, ensure that no gas, water, electrical lines and piping is damaged.
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Pay maximum attention when in the vicinity of gaps or slopes. Risk of falling!
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In ditches and pits, pay peak attention to side walls, ensuring these are stable and do not fall through
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vibration. Risk of burial!
Never let the machine run unintentionally. Risk of injury!
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Limit the working area to a generous space and keep unauthorized persons away. Risk of injury!
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Users of this machine must ensure that persons who stay in the working area keep at least 5 meters
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away from the running machine.
3.11

General safety instructions - Internal combustion engines

The following instructions must be obeyed:
Before starting work, check the engine and the fuel line, tank and fuel cap for cracks and leaks.
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Do not start a defective engine. Replace damaged parts immediately.
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The pre-set engine speed must not be adjusted. This could lead to engine damage.
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