Tri Tool 614RBL Thru 636RBL Clamshells - Manual (Page 21)

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Model 614RBL thru 642RBL Clamshells
92-0480 : Rev. 130916
6. OPERATION
6.1 PREPARATION
a. Each time you operate the Model 600RBL Low Profile Clamshell, read the
Operator's manual.
b. Before you mount the equipment, consider the following:
• Is the selected pipe lathe suitable for the task?
• Is there enough space for both the equipment and personnel to do the task
safely?
• Is enough support in place for both the severed pipe and the remaining
section?
• Is there enough scaffolding to access the pipe section to be cut?
• Is there enough clearance for the pipe to rotate?
• Is the power source required to operate the pipe lathe accessible?
DANGER
DANGER: Do not override the deadman switch on the power unit.
Locking down, obstructing, or in any way defeating the deadman
switch on the power drive unit may result death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING: LOSS OF POWER SUPPLY: If the power supply is lost
during equipment operation, lock out the controls and disconnect
the power until the supply is restored. This prevents the equipment
from accidentally restarting and causing personal injury.
WARNING
WARNING: Avoid unintentional motor starts. They may cause death
or serious personal injury.
Do not carry or handle tools while your hand is on the operating
switches or levers.
Do not put the controls for the HPU pendant or the controls for the
air motors where they may cause the drive to start.