Hazards caused by flying parts
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If a workpiece or accessory or even part of the machine tool
itself breaks, parts can be flung off at high speeds .
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When operating circular and oscillating sawing machines or
sawing machines with reciprocating saw blades, always wear
impactresistant eye protection . The degree of necessary protec
tion must be evaluated separately for each individual task .
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Ensure that the workpiece has been securely fixed in place .
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Ensure that sparks and metal chips are directed so that they do
not cause any hazards .
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Ensure that the saw blade or cutting edge is correctly and firmly
clamped .
Hazards caused by entanglement
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There may be a risk of suffocation, scalping and/or cuts if loose
clothing, jewellery, necklaces/scarves (or similar), hair or gloves
are not kept away from the machine and its accessories .
Hazards during operation
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Avoid contact with the saw blade to avoid cutting your hands or
other parts of your body .
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Protective covers must be securely in place and in good functional
condition .
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Defective, curved or heavily worn protective covers must be
replaced with protective hoods recommended by the machine
manufacturer .
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Make sure that the retractable cover moves rapidly from the fully
open position to its fully closed position when released .
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Retractable covers must never be locked in an open position or
tied or otherwise deactivated .
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PDKS 6.3 B3