Air-Vac PCBRM100, User Manual

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PCBRM100 User’s Guide Chapter 1: Introduction/Overview
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1.3 Safety System
The PCBRM100 system was designed with safety of the operator in mind. The operation and mainte-
nance of the system must be performed cautiously due to the nature of the hot surfaces, flux and mol-
ten solder involved in the assembly and rework of printed circuit cards.
NOTE:
W
HEN OPERATING THE
AIR-VAC PCBRM100
SYSTEM
,
FOLLOW ALL LOCAL CODES FOR SAFE
OPERATION OF THE MACHINE
. D
ISPOSAL OF MATERIALS USED IN THE PROCESSING OF
P
RINTED
CIRCUIT BOARDS MUST BE DONE IN COMPLIANCE WITH EACH
M
ANUFACTURERS RECOM-
MENDATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES
.
Other safety mechanisms include:
•
A latching E-stop.
•
Operator safety warning labels and markings are employed.
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Gas nozzle handling tools has been included and should be used when handling hot nozzles.
1.3.1 Safety Instructions & Recommendations
Machines and tools of Air-Vac can only be used with maximum efficiency and safety by well trained
personnel. Do not attempt to operate or maintain this system without proper training from
qualified personnel.
Machine Operation
•
All heated areas can be programmed to reach high temperatures. Use caution near heated surfaces
including the nozzle, solder pot and the pre-heater.
•
Always use the gas nozzle handling tool when installing or removing nozzles.
•
The solder pot, head, carrier and preheater systems are powered and are programmed to move
during operation. Use caution near these moving mechanisms.
•
Observe the legal and specific national regulations concerning accident prevention and protection of
the environment.
•
Observe the general safety regulations concerning working with solder and flux. Fume extraction
should be seriously considered.
CAUTION:
O
PERATION OF THIS MODULE INVOLVES PUMPING OF MOLTEN SOLDER
. A
LL NORMAL SAFETY
PRACTICES MUST BE OBSERVED
.
Personnel
•
Safety glasses should be worn at all times. Wear protective gloves when working with solder.
Solder contains tin and lead, which are hazardous materials.
•
Place any waste solder or dross in a heat resistant dross container.
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Always wash hands after working with solder.
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Use caution if wearing loose clothing while operating this machine as loose clothing can fall into
the molten solder. Always secure loose clothing before operating this equipment.
•
Never eat, drink, or smoke while working on or near the machine.