Safety 2.2 General precautions Do not go close to high-voltage cables Do not travel or operate the machine near electric cables. There is a hazard of electric shock, which may cause serious injury or property damage. On jobsites where the machine may go close to electric cables, always do as follows. ! Before starting work near electric cables, inform the local power company of the work to be performed, and ask them to take the necessary action. GK032047 ! Even going close to high-voltage cables can cause electric shock, which may cause serious burns or even death. Always maintain a safe distance (see the table on the right) between the machine and the electric cable.
Check with the local power company about safe operating procedure before starting operations. Nominal Voltage Safety Distance up to 1000 V 1 m over 1 kV up to 110 kV 3 m ! To prepare for any possible emergencies, wear rubber shoes and gloves. Lay a rubber sheet on top of the seat, and be careful not to touch the chassis with any exposed part of your body. over 110 kV up to 220 kV 4 m over 220 kV up to 380 kV 5 m ! Use a signalman to give warning if the machine approaches too close to the electric cables. with unknown nominal voltage 5 m ! When carrying out operations near high voltage cables, do not let anyone come close to the machine. !
If the machine should come too close or touch the electric cable, to prevent electric shock, the operator should not leave the operator's compartment until it has been confirmed that the electricity has been shut off. Also, do not let anyone come close to the machine. WA470-6H – VEAM946100 2-17