Security; Policy; Proper Use; Structural Changes - Wacker Neuson BS Operator's Manual

3 Security

3 Security
NOTICE
Read and comply with all notes and safety instructions in this manual. Failure to comply
with these instructions can cause electric shock, fire and/or serious injuries as well as
damage to the machine and/or damage to other objects. Keep safety instructions and
notes for the future.
3.1

Policy

In keeping with the latest technological developments
The machine has been built in keeping with the latest technological developments and the recognized
technical safety rules. Nevertheless, improper use can result in hazards to life and limb of the user, third
parties or to damage to the machine and other material assets.
3.2

Proper use

The machine is intended for the compaction of cohesive, mixed and granular soils.
The machine may only be combined and operated with permissible components.
The machine may only be operated with the approved accessories from Wacker Neuson.
Use in accordance with the intended purpose also includes the observation of all safety instructions in
this manual as well as complying with the prescribed care and maintenance instructions.
Any other use or use that exceeds this is considered as not being in accordance with the intended
purpose. The manufacturer's liability and warranty are canceled for any damage resulting from improper
use. The risk lies entirely with the operator.
In particular, misuse is considered:
The connection of non-permissible components.
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Operating the machine outside of the power rating.
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Operation contrary to the notes and safety instructions fixed to the machine and included in the
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manual.
3.3

Structural changes

Structural modifications may not be undertaken without the written permission of the manufacturer.
Unapproved structural changes may result in risks to the operator and/or third parties as well as damage
to the machine.
In the event of unapproved structural changes, the manufacturer's liability and guarantee are also not
applicable.
The following in particular are considered structural changes:
Opening the machine and the permanent removal of components.
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Installing spare parts that do not originate from Wacker Neuson or are not comparable in the design
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system and quality of the original parts.
Attaching accessories that do not originate from Wacker Neuson.
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Spare parts or accessories that originate from Wacker Neuson can be safely mounted. They can be
found on the Internet under www.wackerneuson.com.
3.4

Areas of responsibility of the operator

The operator is the individual who personally operates this machine for industrial or commercial
purposes or who entrusts a third party with the use. The operator bears legal responsibility for his/her
protection as well as that of third parties.
The user must make the operator's manual available to the operator and ensure that this has been read
and understood.
3.5

Operator responsibilities

Know and implement the applicable industrial safety regulations.
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Use a risk assessment to identify the dangers that result from the working conditions at the site of
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application.
Create operating instructions for the operation of this machine.
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