A-PLUS AUTOMATION A44-P, Instruction Handbook Manual

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A44-P
3.5 PROTECTION DEVICES
The machine is equipped with protection shield for persons exposed to the risks due to the transmission of mobile elements
taking part in working (driver blade, horizontal clamp, vertical clamp).
3.6 STOP MODE
Uncontrolled stop
It is obtained by disconnecting the quick connect fitting from the main air supply.
Controlled stop It is obtained by lifting the foot from the pneumatic pedal not allowing the horizontal clamping
3.7 SAFE WORKING PROCEDURES
The machine is projected and realized to eliminate any risk connected with its use.
The user is requested to achieve an adequate training to be instructed by their distributor.
The other risks related with using the machine are:
• Finger crushing in the frontal and vertical clamp working area
It is necessary to carefully follow the following instructions:
1. Keep the fingers away from frontal and vertical clamp working areas
2. Disconnect the air pressure and during any maintenance interventions
3. Keep the foot away from the pedal during machine maintenance
3.8 DESCRIPTION OF SAFETY SIGNS
Some of these signals are applied on the machine. Their meaning is specified on their side.
Make sure that the plates are perfectly readable, otherwise replace them with new ones to be fitted correctly in place
Adhesive sign concerning the finger danger zone
4. HANDLING AND INSTALLATION
4.1 HANDLING
The personnel in charge of loading, unloading and moving the machinery
must possess the skills and experience acquired and acknowledged in the
specific sector, and must thoroughly know the lifting means to be employed.
The machine has to be shipped in a safe way to avoid any damage to its parts
• All the protections and guard devices must be properly closed and
locked.
• The machine has to be shipped like it is positioned for installation.
• Before the shipment it is necessary to lubricate the parts which are
not painted.
• According to the type of shipment, it is necessary to protect the
machine from any jarring impact or stress
Machine total weight: about 90 Kilos / 198 lbs
Lifting must be done by using a specific device.