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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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