Introduction; Safety Messages; Working With The Machine - Hürner HWT 160-M Manuel Utilisateur

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35325 Mücke, Germany
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Introduction

Dear Customer:
Thank you very much for purchasing our product. We are confident
that it will perform to your fullest satisfaction.
The HWT 160–M butt-welding machine is designed exclusively for
welding pipes and components made of thermoplastic material with
one of the diameters it is intended for, using the butt-welding process
with heating element.
The product was manufactured according to state-of-the-art technol-
ogy and recognized safety regulations and is equipped with the ap-
propriate safety features.
Before shipment, the product was checked for operation reliability
and safety. In case of errors of handling or misuse, however, the fol-
lowing may be exposed to hazards:
• the operator's health,
• the product and other hardware assets of the operator,
• the efficient work of the product.
All persons involved in the installation, operation, maintenance, and
service of the product have to
• be properly qualified,
• operate the product only when observed,
• read carefully and conform to the User's Manual before working
with the product.
Thank you.
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Safety Messages

Compliance with the following safety rules is critical for the effec-
tive use of the product and for working without exposing oneself to
hazards.
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Working with the Machine

• Keep the workplace and the equipment itself clean.
• Use appropriate caution when operating the machine.
• Operate the machine only when the power supply cords are per-
fectly in order (no damage, kinks, twists or knots) and protect
the cords against cutting edges.
• Always dress appropiately when planning to use the machine:
long trousers, heat-resistance safety gloves and safety shoes.
• Do not wear scarfs, necklaces, watches, rings or any other object
that could get caught in the moving parts of the machine.
• Do not expose the machine to the elements and do not use it in
unfavorable weather conditions (fog, snow, rain, high levels of
humidity, etc.).
• Respect any applicable rules on occupational safety in force at
the place the machine is used, and use common sense to avoid
any hazardous situation.
Version January 2018 HÜRNER HWT 160–M User's Manual
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