Safety Summary; Signal Word Definitions; Safety Instructions - Will Burt 7-30 HDL Operating Instructions Manual

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Safety Summary

This section describes safety instructions for the Pneumatic Mast with Remote Locking System
that personnel must understand and apply throughout all product activities such as
transportation, handling,
troubleshooting. Read and understand this entire document, and contact The Will-Burt Company
with any questions, before performing any procedure outlined in this document. Keep this
document during the entire duration of use of the device. Pass this document along to trained
and qualified end users.
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Signal Word Definitions

The following signal words and definitions are used to indicate hazardous situations:
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or equipment damage. It is also used to alert against unsafe practices.
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Safety Instructions

Electrocution Hazard! Contact with high voltage will result in death or serious injury. Observe
general safety precautions for handling equipment using high voltage. Do not locate or operate
mast near electrical lines, cables or other unwanted sources of electricity. Allow sufficient
clearance on all sides of mast to allow for side sway. Do not operate mast during an electrical
storm. Be certain electrical cables are undamaged and properly terminated. Do not touch live
wires. Follow OSHA or other national safety regulations when working near energized power
lines. Personnel working with or near high voltages should be familiar with methods of
resuscitation.
Disconnect Power for Service! Always disconnect all power sources following proper lock-out
tag-out procedures before performing service, repair or test operations. Remove the tethered
hand held control where applicable for added protection during maintenance.
TP-5580101-A
FEBRUARY 2022
PNEUMATIC MAST WITH REMOTE LOCKING SYSTEM
installation, operation,
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
maintenance, storage, disposal and
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