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RS25 User Manual ◄ 5
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re-
view them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre-
cautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided in this manual.
The model RS25 Hydraulic Rail Saw will provide safe
and dependable service if operated in accordance with
the instructions given in this manual. Read and under-
stand this manual and any stickers and tags attached
to the tool and hose before operation. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
• The operator must start in a work area without by-
standers. Flying debris can cause serious injury.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained
or under the supervision of an instructor. Establish
a training program for all operators to ensure safe
operation.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles,
gloves, ear and head protection, and safety shoes
at all times when operating the tool.
• The operator must be familiar with all prohibited
work areas such as excessive slopes and danger-
ous terrain conditions.
• Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement
of the tool can cause serious injury.
• Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers be-
fore energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure
all hose connections are tight and are in good condi-
tion.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above
140 °F/60 °C. Operation at higher temperatures can
cause higher the normal temperatures at the tool
which can result in operator discomfort.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or
incompletely assembled tool.
• Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in
the working parts of the tool.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating
parts. Long hair or loose clothing can become drawn
into rotating components.
• Always use accessories that conform to the speci-
cations given in the OPERATION section of this
manual.
• Do not operate the tool with the wheel guard re-
moved.
• Release the trigger if the power supply has been in-
terrupted.
• Keep the wheel off all surfaces when starting the
rail saw.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all
tool repair, maintenance and service must only be
performed by authorized and properly trained per-
sonnel.
• Always hold the tool with both hands when the unit
is running. Use a rm grip.
• Make sure the wheel has stopped before setting
the tool down. Always carry the tool with the wheel
stopped.
• Inspect the wheel guard and collars for damage af-
ter any wheel breakage.
• Do not operate the tool in the vicinity of ammable
materials.
• Never exceed the maximum operating speed
marked on the wheel.
• Do not attempt to adjust the ow control in the valve
handle.
• Eye injury and cutting or severing of body parts is
possible if proper procedures are not followed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS