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Safety Information for Tools

Please read prior to installation and operation

The tools conform to standard DIN-EN 847-1/2.

Tools should be stored in their original packing or in other A test run by a trained person must be carried out.
appropriate packing. Tools should be stored in dry condi- Do not reach anywhere near the rotating tool. No
tions and away from aggressive substances. There is uninvolved persons should be near this area.
always the danger of injury due to the sharpness of the Do not undertake any adjustments near the rotating tool.
tools. Tools must only be used as designated. Make sure there is no imbalance. The cutting edge of the
Cutting in feed direction is only permissible for mechanical tool must not come into contact with any other cutting
feed. The direction of rotation must be observed. tools, fixing elements or any other parts of the machine
The maximum allowed operating speed must not be Bore hole reduction rings must be firmly fixed to the tool
exceeded. The machine manufacturer´s regulations must and must not project over the tool body. Reducing rings
be adhered to. must be the correct size to ensure that the tool is fixed
correctly.
If in any doubt please contact AKE Knebel GmbH & Co.
KG and/or the machine manufacturer. Check tools Never leave the operating machine unattended.
carefully for any signs of damage or defects prior to All measures to prevent kick back must be taken, all
installation. Do not install the tool if there are any corresponding devices must be applied. The working
recognisable defects or damages, if already installed, material must be checked for any foreign matter. The tool
stop operation immediately, remove tool and mark the tool must be rhs-sharpened in due time. Indications for blunt
clearly so that it cannot be installed prior to being checked tools are: extreme wear and tear on the cutting edges,
by a competent person. Tools showing cracks or similar broken edges, poor cutting quality and higher energy
damages must not be welded or repaired in any form. consumption by the machine. Saw blades with cutting
Only trained persons with the necessary safety training teeth of less than 1 mm must not be used.
are allowed to install tools and commence operation of
the machine. Adhere to the operation manual of both the Tools must only be rhs-sharpened by competent person-
tools and the machine. nel and must only be repaired using original parts.
Competent persons are those with corresponding train-
Ensure the machine cannot be started. Tools should only ing and experience who have knowledge of the design,
be installed using the clamping mechanism as provided designation and safety requirements of the tool.
by the machine manufacturer, recommended starting Tools must only be repaired in compliance with the man-
torque should be observed, no other form of installation ufacturers stipulations. The following must be observed:
or tightening is allowed. The European standard. DIN-EN the tool design must not be altered, all safety regulations
1870-1, chapter 3.2.3. is applicable for allocating the ap- must be adhered to, the applicable tensioning tolerances
propriate clamping flange diameter to the saw blade diam- must be observed.
eter. Gloves must be worn, as should close-fitting clothes
and ear protection when necessary. Once the tool has
been installed, please ensure that all safety protection
devices and the splitting wedge are mounted correctly.

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