1.1 Before operation

many accidents are caused by disregarding the basic rule of installation, operation and repair or by neglecting the inspection before Operation.

Before operating or repairing this hydraulic breaker, be sure to read and fully understand the preventive methods and warnings described on the hydraulic breaker safety information

Safety labels and messages are classified as below so that the user may understand the warnings on the hydraulic breaker or in this safety information.

DANGER

  • Indicates a seriously dangerous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
  • This signal is to be limited to the most extreme situation.

WARNING

  • Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

  • Indicates a potentially dangerous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor injury.

NOTICE

  • Signs is used to indicate a statement of company policy directly or indirectly related to the personnel safety or property protection.

1.2 Specified works

This hydraulic breaker can be used for breaking, demolishing and drilling in mines, stone breaking or building engineering work.

WARNING

  • Do not use this hydraulic breaker for other works except the specified works.
  • Wear the protective tools for safety
  • Wear the clothes so that your body would not be caught by the projection of the base machine or the any lever or pulled by the machine.
  • Wear the helmet, safety shoes, earplug, etc. If necessary, wear a dustproof mask protective glasses and gloves
  • Usually clean the machine and keep a clear environment for working.
  • Keep the cautions and take a preventive measure for safety.

1.3 Observance of safety rules in workplace

  • Observe all the rules, cautions and procedures for safety when the hydraulic breaker is operated or repaired.
  • Fulfill the work according to the signals already decided when cooperative work or work by guide is done.

1.4 Inspection for safety devices

  • When the work is stopped or finished, be sure to set the safety lock of operation with for the hydraulic breaker.
  • When the operator gets out from the base machine, be sure to put the hydraulic breaker on the ground and stop the engine of base machine.

1.5 Be careful of the hydraulic oil pressure.

  • Before disconnecting or connecting hydraulic breaker, stop the engine of base machine, close stop valves “IN” and “OUT” connection, then operate the control lever to release pressure trapped in the hoses and wait ten(10) minutes.

1.6 Safety from flying chips of rock during hydraulic breaker operation.

  • Protect yourself and your neighborhood against flying chips of rock. Do not operate the hydraulic breaker or base machine if someone is too close.
  • Keep the base machine’s cab doors and windows closed during operation. Windows bars are recommended to protect the windows from flying chips of rock.