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2.5
SAFETY RULES
ENGINE DRIVEN WELDERS
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
+ NOTE: the information contained in this manual are
subject to change without notice.
The instructions in this manual are intended as indicative only.
It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to evaluate risks
and potential damages in relation to the use of the product in
the specic conditions of application. Remember that the non
observance of the indications of this manual may result in da-
mage to people or things.
In all cases, however, it is understood that the use shall be in
compliance with the applicable laws/regulations.
• Before operating the machine, read carefully the safety in-
structions contained in this manual and other manuals sup-
plied (engine, alternator, etc.).
• All operations, handling, installation, use, maintenance, re-
pair should be carried out by authorized and qualied per-
sonnel.
• When operating, wear personal protective equipment (PPE):
footwear, gloves, helmet, etc..
• The owner is responsible for maintaining the equipment in
safe conditions.
Use only in perfect technical conditions
The machinery or equipment must be used in perfect tech-
nical condition. Remove immediately any defects that may
affect the safe conditions of use.
• Before starting to use this equipment it is important to take
knowledge of all the controls of the machine, all its functions
and its correct installation in order to avoid accidents to pe-
ople and damage to the machine itself. In particular, it is
important to know how to stop the equipment quickly in case
of emergency.
• Do not allow the use of the machine to people unless pre-
viously instructed with all the information for a proper, safe
use.
• Forbid the access in the operational area to non authorized
personnel, children and pets so as to protect them from pos-
sible injury caused by any part of the machine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING HANDLING AND TRAN-
SPORTATION
• Lift the machine using only the points allocated for this fun-
ction.
The lifting eye (or eyes) and the correct positioning of the
forks of the forklift are marked with specic adhesives.
• Clear the operational area of possible obstacles and all un-
necessary personnel.
• Always use lifting equipment properly sized and controlled
by enabled bodies.
• It is forbidden to set on the frame of the equipment objects
or accessories that alter weight and center of gravity and
cause stresses not foreseen to the lifting points.
• Do not submit the machine and the lifting equipment to
swinging or shock which may transmit dynamic stress to the
structure.
Equipments with trailers or site tows
• Never drag the machine without trailer (or site tow)
• Check for a correct assembly of the machine to the towing
device.
• Always make sure that the hook of the vehicle is suitable for
towing of the total mass of the trailer.
• Do not tow the trailer if the coupling devices are worn or
damaged.
• Check for proper tire pressure.
• Do not replace the tires with types different from the original
ones.
• Check that the brakes and the optical signaling of the trailer
are working properly.
• Verify that the bolts of the wheels are in place and well
tightened.
• Do not park the machine (on trailer or site tow) on a steep
slope.
For the stops, not followed by a work session, always enga-
ge the parking brake and / or block the wheels by means of
wheel chocks.
• Do not tow the trailer on bumpy roads.
• Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed on public
roads of 80 km/h with the trailer, in any case comply with the
legislation applicable in the country of use.
• Do not use the site tow on public roads, this is intended for
use only in private and delimited areas. The maximum per-
mitted speed is 40 km/h on smooth surfaces (asphalt or con-
crete), adapt in each case the speed to the type of ground.