Lukas LSI Series Cutter - Manual (Page 10)

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Attention!
Quick couplers partly have special functions. Therefore it is not allowed screwing
them off from the hoses or to exchange them.
9 Operation
9.1 Preparatory measures
9.1.1 Initial start-up
Check the machine before initial start-up for obvious damage and defects. All lines, hoses
and screwed connections have to be checked for leaks and obvious damage.
Before initial start-up and after repairs, the device must be vented:
- Connect the device to the hydraulic pump (see item 8).
- Fully open and close the device at least twice without load (see item 9.2).
9.1.2 Inspection of operating state of the pump power pack
——> See separate Operating Instructions of the power pack (or manual pump) in
question.
Note:
Before working on the motor pump or for coupling/decoupling the hoses, make sure that
the motor pump is switched off (electric connection) or disconnected from the mains
and that the lines are unpressurized.
9.2 Operating of the star grip 1
Opening of the blades:
Rotate star shape ring 1 to the right hand side and hold it in this position.
Closing of the blades:
Rotate star shape ring 1 to the left hand side and hold it in this position.
Load sustain function:
If released, the star shape ring 1 returns automatically to center position, maintaining
fully the load sustain function.
10 Cutting
10.1 Safety advise
In each country, the country-specifi c safety regulations must be regarded.
When working in an environment which involves a risk of explosions, do not use motor/
engine powered pumps. Instead, use hand pumps.
When operating cutter devices, wear
- protective clothing
- helmet with visor or goggles
- protective gloves.
Before any operation of the cutter unit make sure that the movement of the blades does
not constitue a risk to persons or that the blades or cut-off parts jerking away cannot
damage property.
Do not get your hands in between the blade arms.
Do not cut
- live wires,
- pressurized gas or fl uid lines,
- prestressed and hardened parts (such as springs, spring steels, steering columns,