BS 400P
3.
Basic safety instructions
In this manual the following terms and symbols are
used for particular important information:
Note / Important: Contains important
information which stands out from the
other text!
Attention: Contains instructions which
must be strictly observed to prevent
damage from the unit and the operator!
Important text passages are highlighted in italics or
bold or can be found in a grey highlighted text field.
3.1
Intended use
The machine has been built in accordance with state-
of-the-art standards and the recognized safety rules.
Nevertheless, its use may constitute a risk to life and
limb of the user or of third parties, or cause damage to
the machine and to other material property.
The machine must only be used in technical perfect
condition in accordance with its designated use and
the instructions set out in the operating manual, and
only by safety-conscious persons who are fully aware
of the risks involved in operating the machine. Any
functional disorders, especially those affecting the
safety of the machine, should therefore be rectified
immediately!
The machine is designed exclusively for cutting in
concrete, reinforced concrete, natural stone, cast
stone and brickwork. Using the machine for purposes
other than mentioned above (such as cutting in wood
and so on) is considered contrary to its designated
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use. The GÖLZ
GmbH cannot be held liable for any
damage resulting from such use. The risk of such
misuse lies entirely with the user.
Only use gear drives and motors, which are provided
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by GÖLZ
GmbH. Also attend those operating
manuals.
Operating the machine within the limits of its
designated use also involves observing the instruct-
tions set out in the operating manual and complying
with the inspection and maintenance directives
Attention: Read and observe all the
operating instructions which belong to
this unit!
3.2
Operating range
The operating range of the unit can be extended due
its wide range of accessories allowing easy retrofitting
which can be carried out by the operating personnel
themselves.
Do not modify, add components to or retrofit the unit in
a way which could affect its safety and do not use non-
official accessories! This is not allowed without prior
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approval of GÖLZ
Note: Read and observe the operating
instructions to the accessories!
3.3
Organisational measures
This operating manual must always be at hand at the
place of use of the machine and must be accessible to
the person operating the machine!
In addition to this operating manual, all other generally
applicable legal and other mandatory regulations
relevant to accident prevention and environmental pro-
tection must be observed!
Such obligations may also comprise the handling of
hazardous materials, provisioning and/ or wearing of
personal
protective
regulations.
This operating manual must be supplemented by
instructions covering the duties involved in supervising
and notifying special organizational features, such as
job organization, work flows or the person entrusted
with the work. Person entrusted with work on the
machine must have read the operating manual prior to
taking up work. This applies especially to persons
working only occasionally on the machine, e.g. during
set-up or maintenance activities.
Check - at least from time to time - whether the
personnel is carrying out the work in compliance with
the operating manual and paying attention to risks and
safety-relevant factors.
For reasons of safety, long hair must be tied back or
otherwise secured, garments must be close-fitting and
no jewellery - including rings - may be worn.
Severe injury may result from being caught by moving
parts of the machine. Personal protective equipment
must be used wherever required by the circumstances
or by law (e.g. safety glasses, ear protectors, safety
boots,
suitable
regulations for prevention of accidents! Observe all
safety precautions and warnings attached to the
machine and always keep them in good and perfectly
legible condition.
The personal protection equipment should consist
of the following parts:
- 21-
GmbH!
equipment,
or
road
safety
clothing).
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