Risks due to projected parts, Hazards from entanglement, Operating hazards – Powerplus POWAIR0805 PNEUMATIC MULTI-USE TOOL EN User Manual
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ATTENTION! An undersized compressed air system may minimize the
efficiency of your equipment.
4.1
Risks due to projected parts
If the work piece, one of the accessories or the tool itself breaks, parts may be
projected at great speed.
Always wear impact-resistant eye protection when using the machine to grind and
cut. The level of required protection required should be assessed individually for each
application.
When working overhead, a safety helmet must be worn.
In this case, the risk to other people must also be assessed.
It must be ensured that the work piece is properly secured.
4.2
Hazards from entanglement
Hazards from entanglement - there is the danger of suffocation, scalping or suffering
cuts, when loosely fitting clothing, jewellery, hair or gloves are not kept away from the
machine and its accessories.
4.3
Operating hazards
When using the machine, the operator‘s hands may be at risk, for example from
cutting, abrasion and heat. Wear suitable gloves to protect hands.
The operator and maintenance personnel must be physically capable of managing
the size,weight and power of the machine.
Torn or deformed blades must not be used!
Check that the saw blades are fixed or mounted correctly!
4.4
Hazards due to repetitive motions
When using the grinding and cutting machine for work related tasks, the operator
may experience uncomfortable sensations in hands, arms and the area of the neck
and shoulder or in other parts of the body. The operator must maintain a comfortable
position whilst using this tool to grind and saw, thereby ensuring a secure grip and
avoiding awkward positions or positions making it difficult to maintain balance. The
operator should change his posture when working for longer, to help avoid discomfort
and fatigue.
If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistently feeling unwell, discomfort,
palpitations, pain, tingling, numbness, a burning sensation or stiffness, these warning
signs should not be ignored. The user should (if applicable report these to the
employer and) consult a qualified healthcare professional.
4.5
Risks associated with accessories
Only use the sizes and types of accessories and consumables recommended by the
manufacturer of the grinding and cutting machine.
Please avoid direct contact with the machine tool during and after use, as it could
have heated up or have sharp edges.
4.6
Please follow the following instructions:
Cutting discs or other tools for cutting (other than the saw blades provided in the
scope of delivery) may not be used with this machine.