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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
ProtoTRAK SMX, K2, K3 & K4 & Retrofit Safety, Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual
1.3 Safety Precautions
1.
Do not operate this machine before the TRAK K Mill Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual,
and ProtoTRAK SMX Programming, Operating & Care Manual have been studied and understood.
2.
Do not run this machine without knowing the function of every control key, button, knob, or handle. Ask your
supervisor or a qualified instructor for help when needed.
3.
Protect your eyes. Wear approved safety glasses (with side shields) at all times.
4.
Don't get caught in moving parts. Before operating this machine remove all jewelry including watches and rings,
neckties, and any loose-fitting clothing.
5.
Keep your hair away from moving parts. Wear adequate safety headgear.
6.
Protect your feet. Wear safety shoes with oil-resistant, anti-skid soles, and steel toes.
7.
Take off gloves before you start the machine. Gloves are easily caught in moving parts.
8.
Remove all tools (wrenches, chuck keys, etc.) from the machine before you start. Loose items can become
dangerous flying projectiles.
9.
Never operate a milling machine after consuming alcoholic beverages, or taking strong medication, or while
using non-prescription drugs.
10.
Protect your hands. Stop the machine spindle and ensure that the CNC control is in the stop mode:
Before changing tools
Before changing parts
Before you clear away the chips, oil or coolant. Always use a chip scraper or brush
Before you make an adjustment to the part, fixture, coolant nozzle or take measurements
Before you open safeguards (protective shields, etc.). Never reach for the part, tool, or fixture around a
safeguard.
11.
Protect your eyes and the machine as well. Don't use compressed air to remove the chips or clean the machine.
12.
Disconnect power to the machine before you change belts, pulley, and gears.
13.
Keep work areas well lighted. Ask for additional light if needed.
14.
Do not lean on the machine while it is running.
15.
Prevent slippage. Keep the work area dry and clean. Remove the chips, oil, coolant and obstacles of any kind
around the machine.
16.
Avoid getting pinched in places where the table, saddle or spindle head create "pinch points" while in motion.
17.
Securely clamp and properly locate the workpiece in the vise, on the table, or in the fixture. Use stop blocks to
prevent objects from flying loose. Use proper holding clamping attachments and position them clear of the tool
path.
18.
Use correct cutting parameters (speed, feed, depth, and width of cut) in order to prevent tool breakage.
19.
Use proper cutting tools for the job. Pay attention to the rotation of the spindle: Left hand tool for
counterclockwise rotation of spindle, and right hand tool for clockwise rotation of spindle.
