Safety instruction
SV00053GB.fm 9
2.4 Maintenance
2.4.1 Only use original spare parts. Modifications to this machine including
the adjustment of the maximum speed set by the manufacturer are
subject to the express approval of WACKER. In case of
nonobservance all liabilities shall be refused.
2.4.2 All drive units have to be switched off before carrying out maintenance
jobs. Deviations from this are only allowed if the maintenance or jobs
require a running engine.
2.4.3 When working on vibratory plates equipped with electric starter,
disconnect battery before carrying out maintenance or repair jobs on
the electric parts of the machine.
2.4.4 Remove pressure from hydraulic lines before working on them.
Caution: take care when removing hydraulic lines, for the oil may be
very hot (up. over 80
o
C). Precautions are to be taken to prevent oil
from splashing into the operator’s eyes.
2.4.5 All safety devices must be reinstalled properly immediately after
maintenance and repair jobs have been completed.
2.4.6 Do not hose down the machine with water after each use to avoid
possible malfunctions. Do not use high pressure washers nor chemical
products.
2.5 Transport
2.5.1 During transport, loading and unloading of vibration plates by means
of lifting devices, appropriate slinging means or hooks have to be used
on the lifting points provided for this purpose on the vibratory plate.
2.5.2 The load-carrying capacity of the loading ramps has to be sufficient
and the ramps have to be secure such that they cannot turn over. Make
sure that no one be endangered by machines turning over by slipping
or by moving machine parts.
2.5.3 When being transported on vehicles, precautions have to be taken that
vibration plates do not slip or turn over.