Safety Notes; Intended Use; General Safety Guidelines For Tools; Special Safety Instructions - Rothenberger Roscraper 75 Bedienungsanleitung

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Safety Notes

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Intended use

The Pipe End Peelers are meant exclusively for the removal of the oxide layer on polyethylene
pipes as preparation for electrofusion (EF). The peeling tool can be used for pipe end and spigot
fittings and outlets. Additionally it is approved for usage on polypropylene (PP) and cross-linked
polyethylene (PE-X) pipes.
The product may not be used for any purposes other than those mentioned. Modifying
the tool without consulting the manufacturer is forbidden and shall be considered as
improper use!
The manufacturer is not liable for the use of the Pipe End Peeler outside of the intended use.
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General safety guidelines for tools

a) Read and make sure you understand all safety guidelines and instructions. Failure to follow
the safety guidelines and instructions can lead to electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
b) Keep these safety guidelines and instructions for future use.
1) Safety in the work area
a) Keep your work area clean and well lit. Working in cluttered or dark areas can easily lead to
accidents. Prevent the tool from unintentional movement or dropping and assume a secure
foothold.
2) Personal safety
a) Stay alert! Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a tool.
b) Use personal protective equipment and always wear eye protection. The use of protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat or hearing protection,
depending on the tool and its use will reduce personal injuries.
c) Wear appropriate clothing. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can get caught by
moving parts.
3) Tool usage and care
a) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp and clean
blades do not get stuck as easily and are easier to handle during operation.
b) The blade is subject to wear. Keep the Pipe End Peeler clean and dry in the suitcase.
c) Keep your tools clean. Follow the servicing instructions and the instructions for changing the
tools. Keep oil and grease away from the handles.
d) Care for your tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the operation of the tools. If damaged, have the tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
e) Use the tool, accessories etc. in accordance with these instructions. Take the working condi-
tions and the work to be performed into account. The use of the tool for applications differing
from the application scope could result in a hazardous situation.
f) The thickness of the peeling must be checked with a suitable measuring instrument on a
regular basis.
4) Service
a) Have your tool repaired only by a qualified technician with identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained.
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Special safety instructions

1) Personal safety
a) The operator must have a safe foothold. Working overhead in areas not completely visible
(e.g. under a pipe) is prohibited.
b) Pipes and other workpieces must be firmly clamped or fixed. Poorly clamped or fixed work-
pieces may hurt you or affect your safe foothold.
c) The blade is very sharp. This poses a risk of injury. Do not touch the blade.
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