Safety Devices; Safeguarding Against Switching Back On; How To Act In Dangerous Situations - Wacker Neuson AR Operator's Manual

4 Safety
4.13

Safety devices

Safety devices protect the user of a product from exposure to existing risks. These safety devices are
barriers (protective guards) or other technical measures. These prevent the user being exposed to a risk,
or, in certain situations, eliminate or reduce the source of risk.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to missing or non-operational safety devices.
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NOTE
Always operate this machine with a protective motor switch!
The ARFU has the following safety equipment:
Item Description
1 Bodyguard®
Bodyguard®
The Bodyguard® acts to protect the operator from electric shock.
4.14

Safeguarding against switching back on

DANGER
Danger to life from unauthorized or uncontrolled switching back on. Unauthorized or
uncontrolled switching back on can lead to serious injuries or death.
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Compliance with the following steps is required to ensure that the machine is safeguarded
against unauthorized or uncontrolled switching on:
1. Switch off machine at ON/OFF switch (if there is one).
2. Switch off power or fuel supply.
3. Remove plug from power generator.
4.15

How to act in dangerous situations

Preventive measures:
Always be prepared for accidents.
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Keep first aid kit (first aid box, blankets, etc.) within easy reach.
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Familiarize staff with accident reporting, first aid, and rescue facilities.
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Keep access roads clear for the emergency services.
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Train staff in first aid.
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What to do in an emergency:
Immediately switch off the machine (e.g. remove mains plug from plug receptacle).
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Get the injured and any other people away from the danger zone.
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Commence first aid.
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Call doctor and/or fire department.
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Clear access roads for the emergency services.
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Inform managers at the site.
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Only operate the machine with properly installed and functioning safety devices.
Do not modify or remove safety devices.
Switch off machine at the ON/OFF switch.
Disconnect machine from the electric power supply.
Before switching back on, ensure that all safety devices are mounted and functional.
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