Operating Instructions Bohle LiftMaster B1 –Version 1.1 E 3
1. General Safety Instructions
•This handling aid must be set up, operated, and maintained only by authorised, trained
and registered personnel who are familiar with these instructions. Personnel must be
informed about existing
residual hazards.
•We will accept liability for trouble-free operation only if original Bohle spare parts are
used.
•Before use, all safety devices must be checked to ensure that they are correctly in posi-
tion and undamaged.
•To avoid hold-ups, the operator must operate the handling aid
according to these operating instructions and the relevant regulations.
•In addition to the operating instructions, all relevant legal and other binding regulations
concerning accident prevention and environmental protection must be observed.
•When performing maintenance, remove the transport material / glass pane!
•Always wear suitable protective clothing when handling glass.
•Do not make any modifications, additions or conversions to the
handling aid. This particularly applies to safety devices.
Unauthorised alterations and modifications to the handling aid will cause the above EC
Declaration of Conformity to become void. This will then have to be re-issued by the
operator or by an authorised representative.
•Keep these operating instructions available beside the handling aid.
•Never release the vacuum in the vacuum lifter while transporting an object.
•The handling aid must be used only on level ground with sufficient load bearing capaci-
ty.
•Please follow the operating instructions of the vacuum lifter being used. The operating
instructions for the vacuum lifter remain valid!
•Regularly check the suction pads, pressure gauge and vacuum hoses for damage. Im-
mediately replace damaged parts!
•Using the equipment in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX areas) is
strictly forbidden.
•It is also strictly forbidden to stand or walk under a suspended load! Risk of injury!
•Never intervene in the work area around the machine, either manually or using aids,
while the handling aid is in use. Do not bypass any safety devices. Risk of injury!
•The operator must ensure that no unauthorised persons work with the handling aid or
enter the surrounding area. Risk of injury!
•No one must be lifted or carried with this handling device!
•The equipment must not be used in windy conditions (maximum wind force 4 Beaufort),
or in snow or rain. Depending on the shape and size of the workpiece, operation may
have to be stopped.
•Never leave the handling aid unattended with a suspended load.