Safety and operating instructions
Participate in health surveillance or monitoring,
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medical exams and training programs offered by
your employer and when required by law.
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When working in cold conditions wear warm
clothing and keep hands warm and dry.
See the "Noise and vibration declaration statement"
for the machine, including the declared vibration
values. This information can be found at the end of
these Safety and operating instructions.
DANGER Electrical hazard
The machine is not electrically insulated. If the
machine comes into contact with electricity, serious
injuries or death may result.
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Never operate the machine near any electric wire
or other source of electricity.
Make sure that there are no concealed wires or
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other sources of electricity in the working area.
WARNING Concealed object hazard
During operating, concealed wires and pipes
constitute a danger that can result in serious injury.
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Check the composition of the material before
operating.
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Watch out for concealed cables and pipes for
example electricity, telephone, water, gas and
sewage lines etc.
If the inserted tool seems to have hit a concealed
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object, switch off the machine immediately.
Make sure that there is no danger before
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continuing.
WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury.
Keep your hands away from the start and stop
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device until you are ready to start the machine.
Learn how the machine is switched off in the event
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of an emergency.
WARNING Noise hazard
High noise levels can cause permanent and disabling
hearing loss and other problems such as tinnitus
(ringing, buzzing, whistling, or humming in the ears).
To reduce risks and prevent an unnecessary increase
in noise levels:
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Risk assessment of these hazards and
implementation of appropriate controls is essential.
Operate and maintain the machine as
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recommended in these instructions.
Select, maintain and replace the insertion tool as
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recommended in these instructions.
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If the machine has a silencer, check that it is in
place and in good working condition.
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Always use hearing protection.
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Use damping material to prevent work pieces from
'ringing'.
WARNING Unstable position hazard
During operation of the machine, there is a risk for
falling, tripping and/or coming in contact with the
inserted tool, which can cause injury. This risk
increases if you work in an unstable position or on
any unstable ground, object or surface. To reduce
this risk:
Never work in an unstable position.
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Always make sure you are in a stable position with
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your feet as far apart as your shoulder width and
keeping a balanced body weight.
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Never stand on any unstable ground, objects or
surfaces.
WARNING Slippery machine surface hazard
There is a risk that the machine (for example, the
handle and other surfaces) is slippery due to grease,
oil, or other substances. If the machine is slippery,
there is a risk that you might lose your grip, drop the
machine, and/or come in contact with the inserted
tool during operation of the machine. Any such event
can cause injury. To reduce this risk:
Always make sure that the handles and other
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gripping surfaces of the machine are not slippery.
Always make sure that the handles and other
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gripping surfaces are free from grease and oil.
Maintenance, precautions
WARNING Machine modification
Any machine modification may result in bodily injuries
to yourself or others.
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Never modify the machine. Modified machines are
not covered by warranty or product liability.
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Always use original parts, insertion tools and
accessories approved by Atlas Copco.
Change damaged parts immediately.
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Replace worn components in good time.
CAUTION High temperature
The machine's front cover, exhaust pipe, and bottom
become hot during operation. Touching it can lead
to burns.
Never touch a hot front cover.
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Never touch the hot exhaust pipe.
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Never touch the bottom of the machine when its
hot.
© 2010 Atlas Copco Construction Tools AB | No. 9800 0956 90a | 2010-01-01
COBRA PRO, TT, TT-AWD
Original instructions