Noise Emission And Vibration; Responsibilities Of The Operator; Operating Conditions - Palax KS 50s Operating Instructions Manual

Only use a fault-free power take-off drive shaft and attach the chain for the
shaft-guard. The rotational speed of the PTO-shaft is 450–500 r.p.m.
Only operate the machine on a sufficiently firm and level surface.
Only operate the machine in an adequately lit space.
Always check that all the covers are intact and properly fastened.
Always check that the crosscut saw-bar is intact.
Always ensure that the electric conductors are intact.
Always check that all the controls are operational.
Always check the oil level and that the hydraulic hoses and components are
undamaged.
Before starting the work, make sure that the machine is firmly in position.
During operation
Carelessness during the cut-off operation constitutes a major hazard.
During the cut-off operation, make sure that the log is always supported by
the cut-off deck at the cutting point. Danger of rolling over!
Exercise particular caution when cutting knotty or crooked logs, because, as
a result of faulty cutting, the log might roll over or twist the saw-bar with
enough force to break it.
Keep the working space clean and clear of foreign objects.
Always stop the machine before servicing.
Only cut one log at a time.
Danger! Stay away from moving parts.

1.10 Noise emission and vibration

Equivalent continuous A-weighted sound-pressure level at the workstation is
89.5 dB (A) and the sound power level is 100.5 dB (A).
The vibration emission values do not exceed the limit 2.5m/s2.

1.11 Responsibilities of the operator

All the safety-related devices are necessary to ensure a sufficient level of
safety.
The machine operator is responsible for the flawless operation of the safety-
related devices and for ensuring that the machine is serviced in a due
manner.
Modifying the construction of the machine is prohibited.
The machine may only be used to produce firewood.
The operator is responsible for ensuring that no one else is subjected to any
danger.
As the operator, remember that you are responsible for any injuries caused
if any safety-related devices have been removed from the machine or if its
operation has been modified in any way.
The KS 50s is a very safe machine provided that it is operated carefully
following the instructions and that it is serviced regularly.

1.12 Operating conditions

Always place the machine on as level a surface as possible.
Palax KS50s Translation
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1-2012