Safety Precautions

Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the safety precautions given in this manual and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose.

These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re- view them carefully before operating the tool and before performing general maintenance or repairs.

Supervising personnel should develop additional pre- cautions relating to the specific work area and local safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in the space provided in this manual.

The model RS25 Hydraulic Rail Saw will provide safe and dependable service if operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Read and under- stand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

•The operator must start in a work area without by- standers. Flying debris can cause serious injury.

•Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor. Establish a training program for all operators to ensure safe operation.

•Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, gloves, ear and head protection, and safety shoes at all times when operating the tool.

•The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes and danger- ous terrain conditions.

•Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.

•Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement of the tool can cause serious injury.

•Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers be- fore energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure all hose connections are tight and are in good condi- tion.

•Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above 140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher temperatures can cause higher the normal temperatures at the tool which can result in operator discomfort.

•Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or incompletely assembled tool.

•Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in the working parts of the tool.

•Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating parts. Long hair or loose clothing can become drawn into rotating components.

•Always use accessories that conform to the speci- fications given in the OPERATION section of this manual.

•Do not operate the tool with the wheel guard re- moved.

•Release the trigger if the power supply has been in- terrupted.

•Keep the wheel off all surfaces when starting the rail saw.

•To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by authorized and properly trained per- sonnel.

•Always hold the tool with both hands when the unit is running. Use a firm grip.

•Make sure the wheel has stopped before setting the tool down. Always carry the tool with the wheel stopped.

•Inspect the wheel guard and collars for damage af- ter any wheel breakage.

•Do not operate the tool in the vicinity of flammable materials.

•Never exceed the maximum operating speed marked on the wheel.

•Do not attempt to adjust the flow control in the valve handle.

•Eye injury and cutting or severing of body parts is possible if proper procedures are not followed.

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