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Safety
2.5 General safety regulations
NOTE!
All local regulations (the latest valid version) which
apply in the country where the device is used must be
complied with
In Germany, currently
BGV A1 - Principles of Prevention
BGV A3 (VBG 4) - Electrical systems and equipment
BGV D6 (VBG 9) - Cranes
BGV D8 - Winching, lifting and pulling equipment
BGR 500 (VBG 9a) - Load carrying devices used with
lifting equipment
BGV B3 (VBG 121) - Noise
BGG 905 (ZH 1/27) - Principles for testing cranes EN
1494 - Mobile and portable lifting equipment EC Ma-
chine guidelines 2006/42/EC
Fitting, retrofitting, maintenance and inspection work
may be carried out on non-operational equipment only
and by trained personnel only.
It is important to point out that the making of any unau-
thorised modifications or changes to the machine is not
permitted.
Operating personnel must always ensure that the maxi-
mum load is never exceeded.
Personnel must not stand underneath a suspended load
as this could come loose and fall.
Personnel must not ride on or be lifted by the equip-
ment. Access to lifting equipment is not permitted.
2.6 Safety information for operating personnel
No operational mode which could compromise the safety
of the chain hoist may be undertaken
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that no
unauthorised personnel work on the the chain hoist (e.g.
also by working on equipment in a manner contrary to
authorised use).
It is the responsibility of the operator to check the the
chain hoist at least once before use (once a day) for ex-
ternally apparent damage or defects and to report any
changes (including to the way the machine is operating)
which are likely to compromise safety.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the
the chain hoist is operated only in perfect order and con-
dition.
It is the responsibility of the operator to insist that oper-
ating personnel must wear protective clothing wherever
necessary.
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Under no circumstances must safety devices be re-mo-
ved or put of operation (potential risk of serious crushing,
danger to life).
If it is necessary to remove any safety devices for fitting,
repair or maintenance work, they must be re-installed im-
mediately after maintenance or repair is complete.
Safety instruction
- Keep the work area clean.
- Overcrowded areas and benches increase the risk
of injury.
- Check the workspace environment.
- Do not expose power tools to rain.
- Do not use electrical tools in damp or wet rooms.
- Keep the work area well lit.
- Do not use power tools near flammable liquids or
gases.
Protection against electric shock
- Prevent contact with grounded surfaces, ensure
proper grounding before operation.
- Keep children away.
- Do not let the user touch the power tool or the ex-
tension cord.
- All visitors should be kept away from the work area.
- Keep devices that are not in use. Power tools
should be stored in a dry, high or locked place out
of the reach of children.
- Use the right tool.
- Do not use small electrical tools or attachments to
do heavy work. You work more safely and better in
the specified performance range
- Do not use the power tool for anything other than
its intended purpose.
- Dress yourself correctly.
- Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, they may get
caught in moving parts.
- When working outdoors, rubber gloves and non-
slip shoes are recommended.
- Wear a protective hair cover to hold back long hair.
- Never carry a power tool by the cable or pull it out
of the socket. Keep cables away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
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