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Fornax T

Safety instructions

The HF Fornax T centrifugal casting machine is designed exclusively for casting dental alloys,
with the exception of titanium. Any other use is considered to be improper. We shall not be
liable for any damage resulting from improper use.

CAUTION! Titanium reacts very strongly to the crucibles – personal injury and damage to the
unit are possible!

During melting, alloys containing beryllium produce strong oxides that cause considerable
wear to the crucibles and remain there in significant quantities. CAUTION! When beryllium is
processed, carcinogenic particles are released. Wear mouth protection and ensure good
suction extraction when casting and finishing!

The safety instructions must be followed in order to avoid personal injury or damage to
equipment. We shall not be liable for failure to comply with the safety instructions.

General safety instructions

Place of use

The unit has been designed solely for use in dental laboratories and comparable establishments for
research, commercial and training purposes. • The unit may only be installed on an adequately stable
surface. • The unit must only be used in dry rooms.

Operator and operating personnel

The unit must only be operated by dental professionals, or they must provide supervision if trainees or
other persons operate unit. • Wear the protective clothing prescribed for use in dental laboratories and
observe the rules of conduct. • The unit may only be operated by staff members who are familiar with
and follow the instructions of this operating manual. • The operating manual must be easily accessible
when the machine is operated. • Observe the national accident prevention regulations in addition to this
operating manual.

Handling the machine

Prior to connection to the power supply check whether the specifications on the rating plate correspond
to the supply network. In the case of uncertainty, consult an electrician. • The unit is categorised under
protection class 1 and may only be connected to properly earthed power sources (earth contact sockets).
• Modifications of the machine are not permitted. • Always keep signs and stickers such that they are
easy to read. They must not be removed. • Check the machine and leads for damage regularly. The
machine must not be operated if it has any defects that may result in risks for the employees or third
persons. • Protect the leads against heat, oil and sharp edges. The leads must not be used to carry the
machine or to pull out the mains plug.

Care and maintenance

Always switch off the machine and pull out the mains plug before performing care, cleaning or
maintenance work. • Only use dry or slightly moist cloths for cleaning. Do not spray the machine with
water or immerse it in water.

Repairs

Repairs may be carried out solely by BEGO customer service or by persons authorised by BEGO customer
service. •

Metallic housings

must be grounded properly so as to prevent them from carrying current.

Otherwise they are extremely dangerous because the housings may be live due to damage to the machine!
Since a check to ensure a de-energized state is mandatory every time the machine is opened (Germany:
check in accordance with DIN VDE 0701-1), only qualified electricians may open the machine! • Only
BEGO replacement and wearing parts may be used.