General Instructions for 230V Machines
The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working practices, keep yourself and
fellow workers safe and maintain your tools and equipment in good working order.
Good Working Practices/Safety
Primary Precautions
Mains Powered Tools and Machines
WARNING!!
!
KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
These machines are supplied with a moulded 13
Amp. Plug and 3 core power cable. Before using the
machine inspect the cable and the plug to make
sure that neither are damaged. If any damage is
visible have the damaged item inspected/repaired
by a suitably qualified person.
If it is necessary to replace the plug, it is preferable
to use an ‘unbreakable’ type that will most resist
damage. Only use a 13 Amp plug, and make sure
the cable clamp is tightened securely. Fuse as
required.If extension leads are to be used, carry out
the same safety checks on them, and ensure that
they are correctly rated to safely supply the current
that is required for your machine. Remember, most
machines or tools have handles or holding
positions, the power cable is not one of them.
Work Place/Environment.
The machine is not designed for use outside. Keep
the machine clean; it will enable you to more easily
see any damage that may have occurred. Clean the
machine with a damp soapy cloth if needs be, do
not use any solvents or cleaners, as these may
cause damage to any plastic parts or to the
electrical components.
Keep the work area as uncluttered as
is practical, this includes personnel
as well as material. Under no
circumstances should CHILDREN be
allowed in work areas.
It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged
until work is about to commence, also make sure to
unplug the machine when it is not in use, or
unattended. To avoid inadvertent ‘start up’; if your
machine is not fitted with a NVR system, ensure the
switch is always returned to the OFF position. Once
you are ready to commence work, remove any tools,
objects or items that could inadvertently get ‘sucked
up’ by the machine (if any) and place safely out of
the way.
Re-connect the machine, ensuring the power cable
is not ‘snagged’ or routed where it could be tripped
over as you move about the workshop; it is not too
close to an unguarded heat source, or is laid over or
around a sharp edge.
If the work you are carrying out is liable to generate
flying grit, dust or chips, wear the appropriate safety
clothing, goggles, gloves, masks etc. If the work
operation appears to be excessively noisy, wear
ear-defenders. If you wear your hair in a long style,
wearing a cap, safety helmet, hairnet, even a
sweatband, will minimise the possibility of your hair
being caught up in the rotating parts of the machine,
likewise, consideration should be given to the
removal of rings and wristwatches if these are liable
to be a ‘snag’ hazard. Consideration should also be
given to non-slip footwear, etc.
DO NOT
work with cutting or boring tools of any
description if you are tired, your attention is
wandering or you are being subjected to distraction.
A deep cut, a lost fingertip or worse; is not worth it!
DO NOT
use this machine within the designated
safety areas of flammable liquid stores or in areas
where there may be volatile gases. There are very
expensive, very specialised machines for working in
these areas,
THIS IS NOT ONE OF THEM.
Above
all,
OBSERVE….
make sure you know what is
happening around you, and
USE YOUR
COMMON SENSE.
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