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6.
Always disconnect and lock out the power when performing maintenance work or repairs. Follow
the procedures outlined in the operator’s manual.
7.
Practice good housekeeping. Keep the area around the machine clear and well lit. Do not
obstruct the operator’s position by placing anything around the machine that would impede
the operator’s access to the machine.
8.
Never modify this machine in any way without the written permission of the manufacturer.
9.
Never leave this machine running unattended.
10.
Do not use press when temperature is below 42℉ (+5C) or above 122℉ (+50C)
11.
Set up a program of routine inspections and maintenance for this machine. Make all repairs
and adjustments in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
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NEVER TURN OFF THE MACHINE WHEN PRESSING FORCE IS BEING APPLIED
TO THE WORK PIECE.
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UNEXPECTED FORCE EXPANSION WHEN RESTARTING CAN DAMAGE THE
MACHINE OR INJURE THE OPERATOR.
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THEREFORE ALWAYS RELEASE THE FORCE FROM THE OBJECT, MOVE THE
PISTON UPWARDS AND THEN SAFELY TURN OFF THE PRESS.
WARNING: ALWAYS RELEASE JOYSTICK BEFORE TURNING OFF THE PRESS AND
JOYSTICK MUST BE IN MIDDLE POSITION WHEN STARTING THE PRESS.
► NOTE: ANY WELDING OPERATIONS ON THE PRESS TABLE ARE PROHIBITED.
THIS CAN DAMAGE THE MACHINE!!
► NOTE: THE MACHINE MUST BE BOLTED TO THE FLOOR - SEE SECTION 3.5
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NEVER USE A MACHINE UNLESS IT'S BOLTED TO THE FLOOR.
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IT CAN TIP OVER IF HEAVY PARTS ARE LOADED ON THE TABLE.
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THIS CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!!
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USE THE PRESS IN THE VERTICAL POSITION ONLY.
► NOTE: MAXIMUM PRESSING FORCE CAN BE EXERTED FOR A SHORT TIME ONLY.
DO NOT USE MAXIMUM FORCE WHEN THE PISTON IS EXTENDED FURTHER
THAN 3/4 OF ITS LENGTH. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE PISTON - SEE SECTION 6.2
