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GRN4-610 Chapter 1: Safety 12 of 73
Remaining Risks
The machine is constructed so that you are able to operate it safely. Non-avoidable dangers are
prevented as greatly as possible by the protective devices. Remaining risks always exist. Please
be aware of the risks described below as this will help operators/staff avoid accidents. To further
avoid danger, please adhere to all advice provided in the operational manual.
Mechanical Dangers
Type of Danger
Activity
Possible Consequences
Preventative Measures
Crushing due to heavy
parts falling down or over.
Unloading/transporting
the machine and/or
components.
Serious injury.
• Wear personal protective gear
and follow the instructions
provided in the operational
manual.
Cutting caused by sharp
knives—even when the
rotor is stationary.
Knife replacement, knife
setting, knife
sharpening, and other
maintenance.
Serious injury—
particularly to the hands
and fingers.
• Wear personal protective gear
and follow the instructions
provided in the operational
manual.
Crushing when
opening/closing the doors
on front side of machine.
Maintenance.
Serious injury.
• Ensure no persons are in the
danger area while closing the
door.
Tripping over cables and
other surrounding objects.
All activities.
Serious injury.
• Lay cables in accordance with
regulations.
• Keep work station clean and
tidy.
Crushing, cutting,
amputation caused by run-
down of the rotor.
Maintenance.
Serious injury or death.
• The maintenance doors must
always be tightly locked during
operation.
• DO NOT make the run-down
safety devices ineffective by
using technical aids or other
manipulations.
• NEVER use hands to check if
the rotor has stopped.