Personal Safety - Holmatro DPU 31 PC Manual De Instrucciones

• Follow the inspection and maintenance instructions.
• Conversion of the piece of equipment or the system may only be performed by a Holmatro Certified
Technician. In case of a conversion, retain the original manual and the conversion manual.
• Use only genuine Holmatro parts and maintenance products prescribed by Holmatro.
2.4

Personal safety

Personnel that uses or assists in the use of the equipment must wear all personal means of protection
as prescribed in the standard work procedure. Negligent use of personal means of protection can result
in serious injury. During use wear at least the following personal means of protection:
• Helmet;
• Safety goggles or full face shield;
• Safety gloves;
• Safety clothing for the entire body;
• Safety shoes with good ankle support and toe protection.
2.5 Safety regulations with respect to the equipment
2.5.1 General
• Position the pump during use at a safe distance of at least 1 metre from buildings and constructions.
2.5.2 Drive with internal combustion engine
• The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a colourless and odourless gas that can cause
unconsciousness or death. Keep at a distance. Never use a pump in an enclosed space and always
make sure there is enough ventilation.
• Fire, naked flames and smoking are prohibited in the vicinity of the pump.
• Beware of the danger of burns from the exhaust and the exhaust gases.
• Keep the exhaust opening free of foreign objects.
• Do not fill the fuel tank further than the maximum level.
• Close the fuel cap properly to prevent leaking.
• Remove leaked fuel before starting the engine.
• Do not refill fuel while the engine is running.
• Do not refill fuel in the vicinity of open fire.
2.6 Safety regulations with respect to the operation of the system
• Make a risk assessment of the procedure before you start work (EN-ISO 12100).
• Keep bystanders at a distance and be extra careful in the vicinity of people and animals.
• Make sure the work area is clearly laid out and has good lighting.
• Avoid stress and work in a structured way. This reduces the risk of errors, combinations of dangers
and accidents.
• Before use, check the equipment for damage. Do not use the equipment if it is not in good condition
and consult your Holmatro dealer.
• Stand on a stable base and use both hands to hold the equipment.
• Hold the equipment only by its carrying handle. Never use any part of the hose as carrying handle.
• During operation, never get between the object and the equipment.
• Monitor the situation of the equipment and the structure continuously while using the equipment.
• Parts of an object that could fly off must be secured.
• Never couple or uncouple couplers while the system is under pressure.
• Use only genuine Holmatro accessories and ensure that they have been attached correctly.
• Make sure that parts of the body never come between moving parts. There is a risk that parts of the
body may be crushed or cut.
DPU 31 PC 916.000.116_004
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