General Machine Products 89760 Cable Pusher - Manual (Page 5)

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2.0 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THIS EQUIPMENT MUST ONLY BE USED BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, WHO
HAVE BEEN SUITABLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT TO DO SO.
THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE MADE AVAILABLE TO OPERATORS OF THIS
EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES, FAILURE TO OBSERVE THESE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND / OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
WORK AREA AND GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the operation and maintenance manual supplied with this equipment. Keep it in a
convenient place for future reference.
2. Keep children and untrained personnel away from this equipment while in operation.
3. Keep all guards and safety devices in place. Do not operate this equipment with guards removed or
damaged.
4. Keep hands and feet and loose clothing away from moving parts especially at cable entry point.
5. Always stop the machine and isolate the hydraulic services before carrying out lubrication and servicing.
6. Check machine before starting for worn or damaged parts. Check that all nuts and bolts are tight.
7. If machine is left unattended, ensure that unauthorised use is prevented.
8. Never leave the machine unattended while in use.
9. Consider the use of safety barriers, especially when used in public places.
10. Beware of pinch points involved with rotating components, e.g. screw operated tractor drive lifting
mechanisms.
11. Beware of hot surfaces, machine uses hydraulic services.
12. When operating the machine always wear eye protection, hard hat, safety shoes and leather gloves.
The machine operates with hydraulic oil at pressure of 60 bar.
13. Some competent and assembly parts are in excess of 55lbs. (25kg). When lifting care must be taken,
ensure sufficient man power/lifting gear is available, to prevent personal injury and damage to the
machine.
14. Prior to installation ensure the sub duct route (if applicable) is connected properly.