Safety Recommendations; Electrical Connection - Sima CX-16 Manual De Instrucciones

8. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS

This chapter covers basic safety rules for using the machine. By working with the machine you must comply
with the following instructions:
Before starting up the machine please read the instructions and make sure safety norms are
respected. Learn how to stop the machine in a fast and safe way.
It is recommended to use safety glasses, safety boots, gloves etc. Please always use approved
materials.
Always use Individual Protection Equipment (IPE) in accordance with the type of work you are
effectuating.
Prohibit strangers to access the place of work of the machine.
Work clothes are not supposed to have loose articles that can cling into movable parts of the
machine.
The damaged electrical cables should be urgently replaced.
Unplug the machine from the electricity and never manipulate nor operate on the mechanical nor
electrical elements of the machine while the engine is on.
Never use the machine for purposes other than those it has been designed for.
Secure the machine with a safety rope when working at high levels as scaffolds.
Install safety barriers to collect the excess material when working in high places.
Do not use the machine in the presence of gases, fumes, liquids or flammable products.
Do not use the machine with wet hands, rain or in wet environments.
Keep work area tidy up.
Work with the machine in well illuminated.
VERY IMPORTANT: The electrical ground should always be connected before start the machine.
Use normalized extension cords
Make sure the mains voltage supply which will be attached the machine coincides with the voltage
indicated on the characteristics plate of the machine.
Make sure the extension cord to power the machine is not in contact points of high temperature, oil,
water, sharp edges, avoid being trampled or crushed by passing vehicles and placing things on it.
Do not use pressurized water to clean circuits and electrical components.
ATTENTION: You are to follow all safety recommendations mentioned in the present user manual and
comply with all labour risks prevention norms in every location..
SIMA SA is not responsible for any consequences that may result in inappropriate use of the
machines above

9. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Machines with electrical motor should always be connected to a normalised switchboard that disposes of a
magneto-thermal switch and a differential in accordance with the characteristics of the motor:
WARNING: Do not plug the machine to the electricity if you are not sure of the available electrical tension.
If the tension is not correct, the engine will undergo irreparable harm or out of service.
WARNING: Never manipulate the power cables or any electrical equipment of the machine, if you have not
totally unplugged the machine from the electricity.
If you use extension cords to power the machine, make sure they have a minimum cross-section as indicated by the
table below.
> (10 feet) o (3 metres)
> (15 feet) o (5 metres)
> (30 feet) o (9 metres)
WIRE LENGTH
Wire size /AWG)
7-
110/115v 230v
Ø Nominal
16 1,0 mm²
14 1,25 mm²
10 1,5 mm²
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