
Safety and operating instructions
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Original Instructions
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3.3 Installation, precautions
WARNING Whipping hose
Hoses under pressure can whip uncontrollably if screws
loosen or are loosened. A whipping hose can cause se-
vere injuries. To reduce this risk:
uDepressurise the system before loosening the con-
nection of a hose.
uTighten the nuts on the connections of the hoses to
required torque.
uCheck that the hose and the connections are not
damaged.
uNever carry the machine by the hoses.
WARNING Injured hands
There is a risk of injured fingers when mounting the
pusher leg on the rock drill. To recuce this risk:
uNever inspect, clean, install, or remove the pusher
leg while the power source is connected.
uNever put the fingers between the rock drill and
pusher leg attachment.
3.4 Operation, precautions
DANGER Electrical hazard
The machine is not electrically insulated. If the machine
comes into contact with electricity, serious injuries or
death may result.
uNever operate the machine near any electric wire or
other source of electricity.
uMake sure that there are no concealed wires or other
sources of electricity in the working area.
WARNING Unexpected movements
The equipment is exposed to heavy strains when the
machine is used. The inserted tool may break due to fa-
tigue after a certain amount of use. If the inserted tool
breaks or gets stuck, there may be sudden and unex-
pected movement that can cause injuries. Furthermore,
losing your balance or slipping may cause injury.
uMake sure that you always keep a stable position
with your feet as far apart as your shoulder width,
and keeping a balanced body weight.
uAlways inspect the equipment prior to use. Never
use the equipment if you suspect that it is damaged.
uMake sure that the handles are clean and free of
grease and oil.
uStand firmly and always hold on to the rock drill with
both hands.
uNever operate the machine when it is lying on the
ground.
uNever strike or abuse the equipment.
uCheck regularly for wear on the equipment, and
check whether there are any signs of damage or visi-
ble cracks.
uPay attention and look at what you are doing.
uNever rest on the pusher leg.
uTo ensure a stable position, press the foot on the
pusher leg.
WARNING Abuse hazard
Never abuse or strike the pusher leg. This may cause
machine breakdown.
uPress the pusher leg foot. Do not press the pusher
leg body.
uStore the pusher leg compressed.
WARNING Slipping, tripping and falling hazards
There is a risk of slipping, tripping or falling, for example
tripping on hoses or on other objects. Slipping, tripping
or falling can cause injury. To reduce this risk:
uAlways make sure that no hose or other object is in
your way or in any other person's way.
uAlways make sure you are in a stable position with
your feet as far apart as your shoulder width and
keeping a balanced body weight.
WARNING Motion hazards
When using the machine to perform work-related activi-
ties, you may experience discomfort in the hands, arms,
shoulders, neck, or other parts of the body.
uAdopt a comfortable posture while maintaining se-
cure footing and avoiding awkward off-balanced pos-
tures.
uChanging posture during extended tasks may help
avoid discomfort and fatigue.
uIn case of persistent or recurring symptoms, consult
a qualified health professional.
WARNING Vibration hazards
Normal and proper use of the machine exposes the op-
erator to vibration. Regular and frequent exposure to vi-
bration may cause, contribute to, or aggravate injury or
disorders to the operator’s fingers, hands, wrists, arms,
shoulders and/or nerves and blood supply or other body
parts, including debilitating and/or permanent injuries or
disorders that may develop gradually over periods of
weeks, months, or years. Such injuries or disorders may
include damage to the blood circulatory system, damage
to the nervous system, damage to joints, and possibly
damage to other body structures.
If numbness, persistent recurring discomfort, burning
sensation, stiffness, throbbing, tingling, pain, clumsiness,
weakened grip, whitening of the skin, or other symptoms