Safety; Safety Instructions - Phoenix Mecano Alpha Colonne Notice D'assemblage

5. Safety

5.1 Safety instructions

Phoenix Mecano Komponenten AG has built this lifting column according to the current state of
the art and existing safety regulations. Nonetheless, this lifting column may pose risks to persons
and property if it is used incorrectly or not for the intended purpose or if the safety instructions
are disregarded.
Skilled operation guarantees high performance and availability of this lifting column. Faults or
conditions which can impair safety are to be rectified immediately.
Any person having anything to do with the installation, use, operation or maintenance of this
lifting column must have read and understood the assembly instructions.
This includes
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understanding the safety instructions in the text and
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being familiar with the arrangement and function of the various operating and application
options.
Only nominated persons may use, install and operate this lifting column. Work on and with the
lifting column may only take place in accordance with these instructions. It is therefore essential
that these instructions are ready to hand in the vicinity of the lifting column and kept in a safe
place.
The general, national and company safety regulations must be observed. Responsibilities for the
use, installation and operation of this lifting column must be regulated and observed
unambiguously, so that there cannot be any ill-defined competences with regard to safety.
Before any commissioning, the user must be sure that no persons or objects are in the lifting
column's danger area. The user should only operate the lifting column in perfect condition. Any
change is to be reported to the nearest line manager immediately.
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