OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL IM_MG7TMSTD_Rev09
MG7TM MINI GAP FLANGE SPREADER
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2.4
DEFINITION OF TERMS
A CAUTION is used to indicate correct operating or
maintenance procedures and practices to prevent damage
to, or destruction of equipment or other property.
A WARNING indicates a potential danger that requires correct
procedures or practices to avoid personal injury.
A DANGER is only used when your action or lack of action
may cause serious injury or even death.
DO: an illustration showing how the tool should
be used.
DON’T: an illustration showing an incorrect way to
use a tool.
2.5
HAZARDS
WARNING: ensure all hydraulic components are
rated to a safe working pressure of 700bar
(10,000psi).
WARNING: Do not overload equipment. The risk of
hydraulic overloading can be minimised by using
the Equalizer Hand Pump, which has a factory-set
safety valve preventing the safe working pressure
being exceeded.
If alternative hydraulic pumps are used, ensure
that there are adequate systems to limit the
working pressure to 700 bar (10,000 psi).
CAUTION: ensure components are protected from
external sources of damage, such as excessive
heat, ame, moving machine parts, sharp edges
and corrosive chemicals.
CAUTION: Take care to avoid sharp bends and
kinks in hydraulic hoses. Bends and kinks can
cause severe back-up pressure and cause hose
failure. Protect hoses from dropped objects; a
sharp impact may cause internal damage to hose
wire strands. Protect hoses from crush risks, such
as heavy objects or vehicles; crush damage can
cause hose failure.
WARNING: Applying pressure to a damaged hose
may cause it to rupture.
WARNING: Immediately replace worn or damaged
parts. Use only genuine Equalizer parts from
approved distributors or service centres. Equalizer
parts have been engineered and manufactured to
be t-for-purpose.
DANGER: To minimise risk of personal injury keep
hands and feet away from the tool and workpiece
during operation.
WARNING: Always wear suitable clothing and
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Do not
handle pressurised hoses; escaping oil under
pressure can penetrate the skin, causing serious
injury. Seek medical attention immediately if oil
penetration is suspected.
WARNING: Only pressurize complete and fully
connected hydraulic systems. Do not pressurize
systems that containt unconnected couplers.
CAUTION: Do not lift hydraulic equipment by the
hoses or couplers. Use only the designated carrying
handles.
CAUTION: Lubricate tools as directed in this
manual prior to operation. Use only approved
lubricants of high quality, following the lubricant
manufacturers instructions.
CAUTION: Only use the designated anchor point
for xing the lanyard. Do not attach the lanyard to
the plastic handle.
DANGER: Care should be taken when using the
lanyard to avoid entanglement with body parts.
