FRITSCH PULVERISETTE 25 - Manual (Page 12)

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PULVERISETTE 25
2 Operating Safety
2.1 General Safety Instructions
x Read the operating instructions carefully before use.
x The instrument can only to be used for the purpose described
in Chapter 1.4.1 Applications.
x Use only original accessories and original spare parts. Failure
to do so may call into question the performance of the
instrument.
x Do not use damaged accessories.
x The operators must be familiar with the contents of the
operating instructions.
To this end, for example, the operating instructions must be
kept with the instrument.
x Do not remove labels.
x Protective devices must not be made unserviceable or
removed.
x Unauthorized modification of the instrument or any part
thereof will result in the loss of the conformity to European
directives which is asserted by Fritsch and the warranty.
x Wear protective gloves while cleaning the cutting chamber.
x Wear ear protectors if the noise level is higher than 85dB(A).
x Behaviour at all times must be such as to strictly preclude any
risk of accidents.
x Furthermore, the MAC values at place of work specified in the
pertinent safety regulations must be adhered to. Where
applicable, ventilation must be provided or the instrument
must be operated under an exhaust hood.
x When cutting oxidizable materials such as metals, organic
materials, wood, coal, plastic, etc.; the risk of spontaneous
ignition (dust explosion) exists whenever the fine particles
exceed a specific percentage. While such materials are being
cut, it is therefore necessary to take special safety precautions
and the work must be supervised by a specialist.
x The instrument is not explosion-proof and is unsuitable to
grind or sieve materials which are explosive, combustible or
promote combustion.
x The safety lock (11) (see arrow in the drawing) becomes warm
when the machine has been in operation for some time. This
is not dangerous.
x The switch at the back is the mains switch (19). There for the
switch and the supply (20) have to be accessibly easily and
quickly.
2.2 Operators
x No one other than authorized persons should operate the
instrument and it must be serviced and repaired by trained
specialists.
x No one suffering from medical problems or under the influence
of medications, drugs, alcohol or overtiredness should be
permitted to operate the instrument.