Safety Precautions; General Precautions - Nilfisk IVT 1000 CR Instrucciones De Manejo

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1 - Introduction
The operational safety of the machine in your possession is
Entrusted to those who work with it every day.
Before starting the device, it is absolutely essential to
read these operating instructions and to keep them
ready at hand for consultation.
The vacuum cleaner can only be used by people who are
familiar with the way it works and who have been explicitly
authorised and trained for the purpose.
Before using the device, the operators must be informed,
instructed and trained on how to work it and for which
substances its usage is permitted including the safe method
for removing and disposing of the vacuumed material.
This symbol is used to mark safety instructions that
must be observed to prevent damage to persons.
"IMPORTANT NOTE!
This manual has been compiled in order to inform machine
users about the precautions and regulations to ensure their
safety and allow the vacuum to remain in good working con-
dition.
Personnel authorised to work with the machine mustunder-
stand the manual before the machine is started.
Keep the manual near the machine, in a protected and dry
place away from direct sunlight and ready to hand for future
reference when required.
This manual reflects the state-of-the-art technology at
the time of sale and cannot be considered adequate if
modifications are subsequently made except in cases where
a kit for the machine has been installed.
The manufacturer reserves the right to update the production
range and relevant manuals without being obliged to update
previous machines and manuals.
Consult your nearest After-Sales Service Centre in case of
doubt.
Description:
This appliance is suitable for commercial use, for example in
hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and rental
businesses.
This machine has been designed to collect shavings, scraps,
dust and various waste materials.
The vacuum has been designed and built to operate inindu-
strial environment such as clean room areas where it can
work for normal cleaning purposes.
The air passes through a filtering surface where solids in
suspension are retained.
The machine is as standard equipped with ULPA U 15
exhaust filters, which makes the machine suitable for use in
clean room areas ISO 5 and ISO 6 (under normal circumstan-
ces even ISO class 4).
An "H" class version equipped with upstream HEPA H 13
filter and downstream ULPA U 15 filter is also available. This
machine is suitable for dust hazardous to health in class "H".
The IVT 1000 CR / IVT 1000 CR "H" can be equipped with
standard dust bag's (non hazardous dust) or a "safe bag"
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suitable for hazardous dust class "H".
A "Safe Pack" version of the machine is also available - this
machine features a dust collection bin with built in HEPA filter
- to be used for hazardous dust.
The whole bin is replaced after use.
The pressure gauge installed on the machine (class "H" only)
warns the operator of the filter conditions: an increase in pres-
sure corresponds to a reduction in the suction power of the
machine.
The high quality of the vacuum cleaner is guaranteed by the
strictest tests. The machine is manufactured in stainless steel
AISI 316. All materials and components are subjected to a
series of strict inspections during the various productionpha-
ses in order to ascertain compliance with the established high
quality standards.

2 - Safety precautions

Before start-up
Inspect power cord regularly to detect signs of damage, e.g.
cracks or ageing. If the power cord is damaged, it must be re-
placed by the Manufacturer-Service or an electrician to avoid
danger before use of the vacuum cleaner is continued. Use
only the type of power cord specified in the operating manual.
Do not damage the power cord (e.g. by moving over it or pul-
ling or crushing it). Disconnect the power cord by pulling the
plug only (do not pull or tug the power cord

2.1 - General precautions

For your own safety:
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and know-
ledge, unless they have been given supervision or inst-
ruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
The use of the vacuum cleaner is subject to valid
national regulations.
Besides the operating instructions and the binding
accident prevention regulations valid in the country
of use, observe recognized regulations for safety and
proper use. Do not use any unsafe work techniques
Become thoroughly familiar with the content of this manual
before starting, using, servicing or operating the vacuum in
any way.
Never allow unauthorised personnel to work on the vacuum.
Never wear unbuttoned or loose clothing, which could be
caught by the vacuum.
Wear appropriate clothing.Consult your employer about the
current safety provisions and specific accident-preventing
devices to use in order to ensure personal safety.
The area where maintenance operations are carried out (ordi-
nary or extraordinary) must always be clean and dry.
Suitable tools must always be available.
Repairs must only be carried out when the machine is at a
standstill and disconnected from the electricity supply.
Never carry out repairs without having first received the ne-
cessary authorisation.
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