C. Gustav Putsch KG Fax: 0202 475058 www.knipex.de
42337 Wuppertal
1 000 V
General:
This cable cutter meets the requirements for insulated tools according to DIN EN 60 900 or
IEC 60 900.
Working live or near electrical voltage does not become safe by the use of insulated tools only.
Work must only be carried out by specially trained persons who are familiar with the basic
hazards of working live and who are aware of the necessary safety precautions that go beyond
the insulation of the tools.
The relevant requirements can be found, for example, in DGUV A3, DIN VDE 0105-100, DIN
VDE 1000-10, EN 50110-1 or NFPA 70E.
Before each use, the insulation of the handles must be visually inspected for possible damage.
oIf there is any damage, the tool cannot be used any longer and must be excluded
from service immediately.
Cutting cables in electrical installations:
When cutting cables in electrical installations, the 5 safety rules for working on electrical installations
must be observed:
1. disconnect;
2. Secure against being switched on again;
3. determine absence of voltage;
4. earth and short-circuit;
5. Cover or isolate neighbouring live parts.
In addition to the use of an insulated cable cutter, insulating gloves according to IEC 60903
and an approved face shield should be worn to protect against unexpected electric arcs.
When cutting, the cable cutter must only be handled by gripping the insulated handles below
the slip guard.
