Fundor T
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The Fundor T centrifugal casting machine is
designed exclusively for casting dental alloys,
with the exception of titanium.
Any other use is
considered to be improper. We shall not be liable
for any damage resulting from improper use.
CAUTION! Titanium
reacts very strongly to the
crucibles – personal injury and damage to the unit
are possible!
During melting,
alloys containing beryllium
produce strong oxides that cause considerable wear
to the crucibles and remain there in significant
quantities.
CAUTION!
When beryllium is processed,
carcinogenic particles are released. Wear mouth
protection and ensure good suction extraction when
casting and finishing!
The safety instructions must be followed in order to
avoid personal injury or damage to equipment. We
shall not be liable for failure to comply with the
safety instructions.
General safety instructions
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Place of use
The unit has been designed solely for use in dental
laboratories and comparable establishments for
research, commercial and training purposes. •
The unit may only be installed on an adequately
stable surface. • The unit must only be used in dry
rooms.
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Operator and operating personnel
The unit must only be operated by dental
professionals, or they must provide supervision if
trainees or other persons operate unit. • Wear the
protective clothing prescribed for use in dental
laboratories and observe the rules of conduct. •
The unit may only be operated by staff members
who are familiar with and follow the instructions
of this operating manual. • The operating manual
must be easily accessible when the machine is
operated. • Observe the national accident
prevention regulations in addition to this operating
manual.
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Handling the machine
Prior to connection to the power supply check
whether the specifications on the rating plate
correspond to the supply network. In the case
of uncertainty, consult an electrician. • The
unit is categorised under protection class 1
and may only be connected to properly earthed
power sources (earth contact sockets). •
Modifications of the machine are not
permitted. • Always keep signs and stickers
such that they are easy to read. They must not
be removed. • Check the machine and leads
for damage regularly. The machine must not
be operated if it has any defects that may result
in risks for the employees or third persons. •
Protect the leads against heat, oil and sharp
edges. The leads must not be used to carry the
machine or to pull out the mains plug.
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Care and maintenance
Always switch off the machine and pull out the
mains plug before performing care, cleaning
or maintenance work. • Only use dry or
slightly moist cloths for cleaning. Do not spray
the machine with water or immerse it in water.
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Repairs
Repairs may be carried out solely by BEGO
customer service or by persons authorised by
BEGO customer service. •
Metallic housings
must be grounded properly so as to prevent
them from carrying current. Otherwise they are
extremely dangerous because the housings
may be live due to damage to the machine!
Since a check to ensure that the housing is in a
de-energized state is mandatory every time the
machine has been opened (Germany: check in
accordance with DIN VDE 0701-1), only
qualified electricians may open the machine! •
Only BEGO replacement and wearing parts may
be used.
Safety instructions
