7. MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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7.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE
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A visual check is to be carried out after each use� After every use, the lubrication of
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the moving parts and bolts must be checked and topped off with a suitable grease,
if necessary� The torque of the central bolt on cutting and combination tools must
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also be checked� To do so, check the specifications in the spare parts lists�
Any dirt must be removed with a damp cloth� The rescue device should not come
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into contact with acids or alkalis� If this is unavoidable, clean the device immediate-
ly afterwards�
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An annual inspection of the device is due each year and must be documented�
The annual inspection must be performed by a person with the necessary exper-
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tise� A function and load test must be conducted every three years or in case of any
safety concerns� Only testing equipment approved by LUKAS may be used� Please
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also observe the relevant domestic and international regulations on the mainte-
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nance intervals of rescue devices�
7.2. MAINTENANCE AFTER UNDERWATER USE
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Remove the battery after use� Rinse the device and battery several times in
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fresh, clean water� Immerse the device completely in order to fill the housing
with clean water� Lift the device out and let it drain completely� Depending on
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the type of water (mud, sludge, algae, salt water, etc�) in which the device was
used, repeat these steps another 2-5 times�
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Wipe the device and the battery with a clean, dust-free and damp cloth in
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order to remove any dirt and deposits�
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Perform function test�
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Leave the device to dry at room temperature in a well-ventilated location� 36 to 48
hours is recommended� During this drying time, the device is completely operational�
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For the rechargeable battery, observe the relevant instructions�
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Lubricate all exposed steel parts (shear blade, pressure piece, etc�) with anti-
corrosion agent� The contacts in the battery shaft may not be lubricated�
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7.3. SHARPENING THE BLADES
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Any burrs may be removed and the blade smoothed only in the grinding area
(Picture)! Chips or deep cracks cannot be ground away� The blades must be re-
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placed in this case�
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Tools required:
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Clamping device (e�g�, vise) with jaw protection
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Grinder (e�g� angle grinder or belt grinder) with an abrasive that has a grain
size of 80� A diamond file is adequate for small burrs�
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Procedure:
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Clamp the blade securely into the clamping device so that it cannot move,
leaving the grinding area exposed (figure N)�
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Carefully de-burr the grinding area with the grinding machine (figure N)�
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