Viper M20+ Battery-Powered Mechanical Press Fitting Machine; General Safety Instructions; Specific Safety Instructions - Virax VIPER M20+ Manuel D'utilisation

Viper M20+ Battery-powered mechanical press fitting machine

Thank you for buying the Viper press fitting machine and for the confidence you have shown in our products.
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The Virax Viper range of press fitting machines
Virax has over 20 years experience of designing and manufacturing hydraulic and electro-hydraulic tools.
Regular samples are taken during the production of Virax Viper press fitting tools and tested under extreme conditions to their
maximum capacity.
Each individual tool is also checked as it leaves the production line. This highly rigorous quality monitoring process ensures maximum
user safety.
You are thus guaranteed a perfectly formed, completely leak-tight joint.
Finally, in order to improve safety even further, Virax has its machines and jaws tested and approved by the major manufacturers of
pipes and fittings.
The M20+ press fitting machine
The Viper press fitting machine is compact, lightweight and easy to handle. It's 180° pivoting head makes for ease of working
regardless of the configuration of the installation.
Single control switch for easy operation. Simply hold down the trigger to perform a complete pressing cycle.
A single LED for checking pressing status and the maintenance intervals.
Its microcontroller monitors the quality of the work performed and manages maintenance.
The main jaw can be fitted with offset inserts for working closer to walls.
Safety instructions
Read and keep these instructions. Observe the following basic safety measures to reduce the risk of electric discharge or fire when
using electric tools.

General safety instructions

Choice of tool
● Always use the correct tool for the job. Do not use accessories or attachments of insufficient capacity to perform heavy duty tasks.
Do not use tools for any other purpose than that for which they have been designed.
Maintenance and storage
● Store your tools in a safe place. When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry, closed place, out of reach of children.
● Carefully maintain your tools. Keep them clean for better and safer performance. Follow the maintenance instructions as well as the
recommendations regarding the changing of accessories. Keep the handles dry and free of oil or grease.
● Check the tool for damage. Before using the tool, always carefully check that its various parts are operating properly. Check for
incorrect operation of moving parts, seizing of moving parts and breakage of parts. Check for proper mounting of all parts and any
other conditions that may prevent the perfect operation of the tool. Any guard, switch or other part that is damaged or defective should
be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician.
● Warning! Use the tool and its accessories in accordance with these safety instructions. Also remain within the limits of the tool, taking
into account the working conditions and the task to be performed. Using tools for other than the intended tasks can be dangerous.
● This tool is in accordance with all the relevant safety rules. All repairs must be performed by qualified persons using original
manufacturer's spare parts. Failure to do so may be dangerous for the user and cancel the warranty.
User safety instructions
● Keep children away from the tools. Do not allow other people to touch the tool. Keep them away from your work area.
● Wear appropriate clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as they can become caught in moving parts.
● Rubber gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when working out of doors. Long hair should be worn in a hair net.
● Do not overreach. Avoid adopting a tiring position. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
● Be constantly alert. Pay attention to the task, use common sense and do not operate the tool when tired.
Safety instructions regarding the working area
● Keep the work area tidy. A cluttered work area increases the risk of injury.
● Consider the work area environment. Do not expose electric tools to the rain. Do not use electric tools in a damp or wet environment.
● Keep the work area well lit. Do not use electric tools in the vicinity of flammable liquids or gasses.

Specific safety instructions

Battery and charger
● Recharge the battery using the charger supplied with the machine. Do not touch the contacts of the charger.
● Do not expose the battery or the charger to rain or snow.
● Do not recharge your battery in a location that is exposed to direct sunlight.
● Do not recharge the battery in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.
● The charger must only be operated a temperature of between 10°C and 40°C.
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