GENESIS RESCUE SYSTEMS HAND VARIO User manual

THIS GUIDE COVERS PART NUMBER
ART.593.003.0
HAND VARIO USER GUIDE
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Read Before Operating
Read and follow this manual and safety regulations
prior to operation.
• Only trained and qualied personnel are
authorized to use this cutter.
• Operator must wear protective clothing, helmet
with visor and gloves.
• No modications in shape or performance is
allowed. Changing the pressure relief valve of
the tool is not allowed.
• This tool is designed for the use described in
this manual. Other applications are not permitted.
Applications
The Hand Vario is designed for cutting body parts on
vehicles. It is used to rescue trapped or endangered
patients by: Cutting door or roof pillars, door posts,
hinges and side impact bars.
The cutters are also used for industrial purposes, e.g.
to cut pipes, structural steel, sheet metal and cables.
Cutting: The Hand Vario is designed to cut key
obsticals in passenger cars, buses, trucks and other
vehicles.
Cutting of solid bars and heavier stock should be
done in the round stock notch at the base of the
blades.
The greatest cutting force is available nearest the
pivot point of the blades; therefore all cutting should
take place as close to the pivot point as possible.
Spreading: The tips of the Hand Vario are ribbed on
the outside. It is recommended to use this area for
spreading to avoid “slipping or kickback” and to
avoid damage to the tool’s arms. Insert the tips as
far as possible into the opening to be spread. After
enlarging the opening continue tunneling until a
stable point is found; then operate tool to overcome
obstacle.
Lifting: Use support blocks when lifting on unstable
ground and be sure to crib the load as you proceed.
Observe load during lifting. Shifting or tilting could
take place causing the load to drop.
Operating Hand Vario
The operation of the Hand Vario is controlled by a
lever control and pump handle.
Opening: Switch valve to open position, activate
pump handle - blades open.
Closing: Switch valve to close position, activate
pump handle - blades close.
To Stop Movement: Do not activate pump handle.
Turnable Tool Head: The tool head can be rotated
360 degrees. This allows the tool to easily be used in
any position.
Precautions: Do not attempt to cut steering columns,
bumper brackets or other high-strength parts with the
tool. When cutting objects with one free end, care
should be taken to ensure against injury caused by
ying pieces.
Maintenance
To ensure that the Hand Vario is ready at all times the
following maintenance should be performed:
• After every use the tool should be cleaned and
given a visual inspection. Check all cutting and
spreading surfaces for damage.
•
• Check torque on main pivot point (center bolt) it
should be set to 40 lb-ft.
• When necessary (at least once a year) clean and
grease all joints connecting the arms to the
piston rod,and the pumping mechanism. This
can be done as routine maintenance or by your
distributor, or Genesis Rescue Systems.
• If you experience any problems with the Hand
Vario contact your local dealer or Genesis Rescue
Systems.
Do Not dismantle this tool. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Thank you for choosing equipment from Genesis Rescue Systems. We strive to give our customers the
latest technology available in rescue products. From the newest lightweight alloys, to the most innovative
designs in the industry. We continually update and rene our products in order to offer the highest quality
equipment at a reasonable price. All tools are third party tested and ISO 9001 Quality Assurance Certied. At
Genesis Rescue Systems we feel we offer the highest quality rescue equipment available; so do our customers!
Thank you again for choosing Genesis Rescue Systems.