SAFETY
S-6
HAZARDOUS METALS
Your machine was designed specifically for metal
cutting. However, some metals, such as beryllium,
magnesium, and lead, have characteristics which, if not
handled properly, will cause serious injury or death.
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Know the material you are cutting and the hazards it
presents.
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Do not cut materials which require specialized
equipment or a controlled atmosphere unless your
machine has been specifically designed and
installed for that purpose. Standard machines sold
by Marvel Manufacturing Co., Inc. do not meet
those special requirements.
HIGH PRESSURE FLUIDS
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Fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin
and cause serious injury and death.
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Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines.
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Look for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect
your hands and body from exposure to the fluid.
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If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately and
inform them of the nature of the accident. Injected
fluids must be surgically removed within a few
hours or gangrene will result.
HORIZONTAL MACHINES CAN CRUSH
Horizontal machines have heavy saw frames which can
crush a person causing serious injury or death.
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Never place any part of your body under the saw
frame.
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Never disconnect hydraulic hoses when the saw
frame is raised. The loss of hydraulic pressure can
cause the saw frame to fall.
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If you must service the machine with the saw frame
raised, support the saw frame by blocking it open or
by securing it with safety chains and an overhead
crane capable of supporting the weight of the saw
frame.
