CLAS PE 2008 Mode D'emploi page 64

PE 2008
3.1 SET-UP AND CLOTHING
Set up a space suitable for the machine, and the working environment, by carefully evaluating
the following aspects:
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The position shall be safe, free from any hinder, and protected against atmospheric agents.
From the control position, the operator shall be able to see the whole system and the working
area, and to immediately detect the presence of unauthorised persons and objects that could
originate any danger.
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The min. distance of the hazardous area from the walls of the premises where the vehicle lift is
installed shall be at least 70 cm. Lighting shall be good, but without blinding or intense lights,
and there shall be no sources or processes that could develop gases or flammable vapours.
• Avoid wearing unsuitable clothing. They could get entangled in lift moving parts. As disposed
by the National prevailing rule, besides wearing clothes suitable to the work site, the operator
will have to compulsorily wear complementary protective accessories to prevent any injury,
such as: helmet, gog-gles, gloves, suitable shoes, etc.
3.2 ENVIRONMENT AND POLLUTION
• Lift shall not be used for vehicle washing, degreasing, sandblasting and grinding.
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Comply with the National prevailing standards relating to the use and disposal of the products
used for lift cleaning and maintenance, respec-ting the manufacturer's recommendations.
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Traps and drainage ditches shall discharge fluids, where and as indicated by the National
prevailing standards.
3.3 LIFT SCRAPPING
As for products disposal upon lift scrapping, DO NOT disperse parts in the environment, but
contact a company specialised in waste storage.
To avoid any environmental pollution risks, take the following precautions:
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The oil contained inside hydraulic control unit, relative circuit and cylinders shall be fully
collected. (if available).
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Disassemble lift parts by dividing them into groups of the same material in order to proceed
to their separate disposal.
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Exhausted hydraulic oil, rubber parts, and iron scraps are special waste. Dispose of or
temporarily store them in compliance with the National prevailing anti-pollution standards.
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