Wheels: Service Precautions

AS00.00-Z-0019-01A Risk Of Death Caused By Body Parts Being Pulled In By Rotating Vehicle Wheels And Roller Dynamometer Rollers

DANGER:
Do not insert your hand into rotating parts. Wear closed and snug-fitting work clothes.
Safeguard areas with rotating vehicle parts and dynamometer rollers against unauthorized access.
Safeguard roller dynamometer from unauthorized access.

Risk of death
Rotating parts in and around the running engine and the drive train as well as rotating dynamometer rollers and vehicle wheels can cause serious injury.
When performing operations on the roller dynamometer, appropriate shielding (barriers, safety guards) must be used to protect blind hazard zones from unauthorized access.

Safety instructions/precautions
- Always observe the general safety rules for roller dynamometer operation.
- Wear closed and close-fitting work clothes.
- Remove all items of jewelry (chains, rings, etc.).
- Restrain long hair by wearing an appropriate head cover.
- Operate roller dynamometers only within the prescribed capacity limits.
- Ensure that all persons remain outside of the hazard zone of rotating wheels, shafts and dynamometer rollers when the dynamometer is in or ready for operation.
- During testing, the driver's seat may only be vacated in case of emergency.
- When not in use, protect roller dynamometers from unauthorized use by locking the main switch.
- If the roller dynamometer used has an integrated workpit, the pit must be sealed off after use.