Proper Use; Work Safety; Protective Clothing; Dangers Resulting From The Equipment - Columbus X500 Manual De Instrucciones

The owner/operator has also to ensure that
– as specified in the work safety regulations, a hazard assessment is carried out to determine what hazards exist which are
specific to the area where the equipment will be used
– as specified in the law on the use of tools and appliances, an instruction sheet is provided containing all additional instructions
and safety regulations, resulting from the hazard assessment of the workplace.

1.5 Proper use

The operational safety of the appliance is only guaranteed when the equipment is used according to the instructions contained in
the operating manual.
The machine is only designed for cleaning waterproof and abrasion resistant floor coverings inside buildings. Cleaning pads are
used for wet cleaning.
The surfaces to be cleaned must be flat and not exceed an inclination of more than 10 percent. You must not go over uneven
bumps, such as thresholds and steps, when cleaning.
Proper use also means observing the correct procedures concerning set up, operation, maintenance and cleaning instructions.
Every use of the appliance which goes beyond this and/or other use is forbidden and will be regarded as improper use!
Claims for damages, of whatever kind, resulting from improper use against the manufacturer and/or his representatives
are excluded. The operator alone is liable for all damages which may arise from improper use.

1.6 Work safety

Danger to persons and/ort he equipment can be avoided by following the on work safety instructions.
Non-observance of these instructions can put people or objects at risk through mechanical or electrical factors or through the
equipment breaking down.
Non-observance of the safety regulations will result in the loss of any right to claim for damages.

1.7 Protective clothing

When working on and with the appliance the following must be worn:
– Solid closed shoes with non-skid soles
– Close-fitting working clothes (resistant to tearing, no wide sleeves, no rings or other jewellery, etc.)

1.8 Dangers resulting from the equipment

The appliance has undergone a risk assessment. The design and layout of the equipment resulting from this corresponds to the
current state-of-the-art.
However, a certain risk always remains!
The appliance needs to be used responsibly and carefully. Improper use or use by unauthorized persons can endanger other
people.
WARNING! Risk of injury!
Improper use of the equipment can cause serious injuries through crushing, running over or contacting people with
the oscillating tool.
Thus the following rules should be observed:
– The appliance may not be used on floors with an inclination of more than 10%.
– Always approach people and other objects slowly and carefully.
– When operating the appliance never put other people at risk.
– When working, ensure that other people – especially children – never come into contact with the appliance.
– Unauthorized persons should have no access to the appliance.
ATTENTION!
Improper use can cause considerable damage to the appliance, floor covering as well as other objects. When using
the appliance, never run over thresholds, steps, carpets or loose objects that can be driven over.
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