Application, Scope Of Delivery And Accessories; Symbols Used In This Manual; Proper Use; Residual Risks - EFA VB 225 Betriebsanleitung

1. Application, scope of delivery
and accessories
Important notes!
This manual has been specifically compiled for
machine operators. Keep it near the machine for
future reference!
The stunning device is powered by compressed air.
The stunning device may only be operated
for the intended purpose, with due care as
regards safety, and if it is in proper working order
if all safety devices are properly mounted
according to the safety instructions in this manual
after instruction of the operating personnel, who
must also have read and understood the
instructions in chapter 2 "Safety instructions"
(page 3) and chapter 3 "Commissioning and
operational safety" (page 3).
This is necessary in order to prevent incorrect
operation and to enable operators to assess potential
risks accurately.
Never point the device towards a
person!
Never reach into the operating
area of the piston, as this could
lead to injury.
When working with the stunning
device, always wear hearing
protection!

1.1 Symbols used in this manual

Danger:
Proceed with extreme caution. In the
event of incorrect operation, there is a
risk of injury to operating staff and other
persons. There is also a risk of damage
to the machine.
Information:
This symbol highlights sections in the
text containing important information
and useful hints.
Schmid & Wezel
D75433 Maulbronn,

1.2 Proper use

1.2.1 Application
The stunning device described in this manual is
designed for the stunning of cattle and works
without bullet hole.
The machine is not designed for any other use. If
you wish to use the equipment for other purposes,
first consult Schmid & Wezel GmbH & Co (S&W).
If the machine is used for any other purposes,
please note that there is a greater risk of serious
injury and increased wear to machine parts. The
operator shall be solely liable for any damage arising
from improper use of the equipment.

1.2.2 Residual risks

As the stunning device is designed for the industrial
processing of animals, there is a risk of serious
injury to persons, if it is not handled with the
necessary caution. If handled improperly or without
due care, persons might even be killed instantly, or
die as a consequence of serious blood loss. It is
therefore imperative that the stunning device is
handled properly and according to the instructions
in this manual.

1.3 Scope of delivery

EFA VB 225 stunning device
Operating manual

1.4 Accessories

For order numbers of standard equipment and
accessories, please refer to Appendix A.3 "Sparepart
list" (page 13).
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