Safety, Operation, & Maintenance Manual
Linear Cut Processing Systems
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1.1.2
General Safety & Equipment Rules
Because it is impossible to anticipate every circumstance that might involve
a hazard, the safety information provided in this equipment manual and on
the machine is not all-inclusive. If this machine is operated or serviced using
a procedure not specifically recommended by the manufacturer, the
procedure shall be approved by a professional engineer to ensure it will not
render the equipment unsafe. Use extreme caution and common sense at all
times.
1.2
Safety Rules
1.2.1
Know Your Equipment
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Read this manual completely before using or maintaining the
equipment. Do not operate this machine unless you have a
thorough knowledge of the controls, safety devices, emergency
stops, and operating procedures outlined in this manual.
•
Read and follow all safety notes. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in economic loss, property damage, and/or
personal injury including death.
•
Refer to the lockout/tagout guidelines on the following pages
to safely perform maintenance and troubleshooting of this
equipment.
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Observe and obey all safety labels. Replace worn labels immediately.
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Use this equipment solely for the purpose described in this manual.
•
Only qualified personnel should attempt to operate or perform
maintenance on this equipment. “Qualified personnel” is defined
as:
...a person or persons who, by possession of a recognized degree or
certificate of professional training, or who, by extensive knowledge,
training, or experience, has successfully demonstrated the ability to
solve problems relating to the subject matter and work—ANSI B30.2-
1983
...one who has skills and knowledge related to the construction and
operation of the electrical equipment and installations and has
received safety training on the hazards involved—NEC 2002
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