AFM GS 100, User Manual

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7 Safety
WARNINGS
Every effort has been taken to insure safety while operating this machine, however,
there are certain risks remaining. Do not allow this machine to be operated before
informing all personnel of the attached warnings:
•
Do not tamper with electrical wiring. Use only licensed electricians for
maintenance. Always disconnect electrical power before attempting
maintenance to any electrical or moving parts.
• To prevent injury to machinery and/or personnel, DO NOT INCREASE
SETTINGS ON EITHER ELECTRICAL OR MECHANICAL OVERLOAD
SAFETY DEVICES.
• KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM MOVING CONVEYORS AND ASSEMBLIES.
Conveyor belts that have become worn or frayed can be hazardous and should
be replaced promptly.
•
NEVER OPERATE THIS OR ANY MOVING EQUIPMENT WITHOUT ALL
COVERS AND GUARDS IN PLACE. The internal mechanism of most
packaging machinery contains numerous shear, pinch, and in-running nip
points, many of which are capable of causing severe injury and permanent
disfiguration.
•
To minimize potential for personal injury, always be sure that machine
operators and others working on machinery are properly trained in the
correct usage of the equipment and properly instructed regarding the safety
procedures for operation.
•
DO NOT MAKE ANY MODIFICATIONS TO EITHER THE ELECTRICAL
CIRCUITRY OR THE MECHANICAL ASSEMBLIES OF THIS
MACHINERY. Such modifications may introduce hazards that would not
otherwise be associated with this machinery. American Film & Machinery will not
be responsible for any consequence resulting from such unauthorized
modification.
•
The use of certain types of plastic films in sealing and/or shrinking equipment
may result in the release of HAZARDOUS FUMES due to the degradation of
the film at high temperatures. Before using any plastic film in this equipment,
the manufacturer or supplier of the film should be contacted for specific
information concerning the potential release of hazardous fumes. ADEQUATE
VENTILATION SHOULD BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES.
• Keep combustible and explosive materials away from this equipment. The
equipment may be a source of ignition.