HeaIth and Safety at Work Act 1974
Part 1 Section 6 Of the Act requires that manufacturers ensure, in so far as is reasonably practicable, that all articles manufactured are designed and constructed to be safe and without risk to health when correctly used.
AIl machine products produced by Premiere Products are manufactured and tested to the relevant British Standards and in accordance with major European standard requirements. They are accompanied by operating instructions which should be read carefully by the person operating the machine and responsible for the cleaning operation. Additional copies are available on application quoting model numbers. Although our products are safe when correctly used, there are points which should be carefully noted by the responsible person or the Safety Officer.
1 The machine must be disconnected from the mains supply before any maintenance work is undertaken.
2 The appropriate fused plug to the applicable national standard and the requirements of the machine should be fitted to the supply cable and checks should be made from time to time to ensure that the cable is not frayed and is fitted securely. If in doubt consult Premiere Products.
3 Ensure that the cable is not crushed, overstretched or damaged by any sharp object. Do not use if mains cable is damaged or frayed and have it replaced by a Premiere Products Service Engineer or approved Service agent.
4 The DVU 140 & DVU 190 are designed for dry use only. Any attempt to pick up liquids such as coffee spillages may irreparably damage the motor and create an electrical hazard.
5 No change or adaptation should be made to the machine without first consulting Premiere Products.
6 The machine should not be used for the collection of dangerous, toxic or hazardous materials or used where explosive vapours or dust are present. No liability is accepted by Premiere Products for any advice given by distributors or service agents regarding the use of Premiere Products machinery in specialist or hazardous environment.The entire responsibility for the use of Premiere Products machinery in specialist environments rests with the end user, their appointed Safety Officer or the person responsible for such matters at the users premises. References should be made to ‘Environmental Hygiene Series Guidance, Note No, EH10 Asbestos - hygiene standards and measurements of airborne dust concentrations. You should also obtain and read a copy of the Health and Safety at Work booklet No 22 ‘Dust Explosion in Factories’ and both of these manuals are published by the Health and Safety Executive. The following publications should also be obtained and read: Technical Data Note 14 Health ‘Dust in lndustry’ published by the Department of Employment and Productivity.
BS 5345 Part 1 - ‘Selection, Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Apparatus for use in potentially explosive atmospheres’ published by British Standards Institution. ‘Dust Explosions and Fires’ by K. N. Palmer, published by Chapman & Hall.
7 If a fault should develop, the machine should be clearly marked ‘OUT OF ORDER’ and the supervisor or Safety Officer notified.
lf in doubt about any of the above or if you require further information contact your Iocal Factory Inspector.
Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
The regulation requires that each and every piece of electrical apparatus in the work place be regularly tested for electrical safety, be clearly identified and that a traceable record of testing be established and maintained.
Guidance should be obtained from the Safety Officer.
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