Safety Information
The IsoMet
®
1000 Precision Saw is designed to section metallurgical and petrographic materials
with recommended cutting wheels.
For safe installation and operation of this equipment, carefully read and understand the contents
of this manual. Improper operation, handling, or maintenance can result in equipment damage
and personal injury.
The IsoMet
®
1000 Precision Saw is designed for use in dry, indoor laboratory and workshop
environments away from strong electromagnetic fields and with normal temperature ranges
(41° F to 104° F / 5° C to 40° C) and non-condensing humidity ranges (30-90%).
Machine Use and Care
Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry and contain long hair. They can
be caught in moving parts and can result in severe personal injury. Protective equipment
should be worn to handle samples, which may be sharp or hot.
Do not operate machine in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Sparks may ignite the dust or fumes.
Always use safety glasses.
Flying debris and liquids can cause severe eye injury.
Maintain the IsoMet
®
1000 Precision Saw with care.
Properly maintained machines
are less likely to bind and are easier to control. Any alteration or modification is a misuse
and may result in a dangerous situation.
Maintain machine guards and interlocks
. Do not attempt to enter the cutting bay when
the IsoMet
®
1000 Precision Saw is in use.
Only qualified repair personnel must perform machine service.
Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
Replace damaged or defective parts immediately and use only identical
replacement parts.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance
instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or injury.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the machine operation.
If damaged, have the
machine serviced before using. Poorly maintained machines cause many accidents.
Do not abuse the power cord. Never use the cord to cart the machine or pull the
plug from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving
parts. Replace damage cords immediately.
Damage cords increase the risk of
electrical shock.
Use of extension cords is not recommended for Buehler machines and equipment.
Machine coolant can present a biological hazard if not maintained correctly
.
Change the coolant regularly in accordance with local regulations and safety practices.
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Coolant must be suitable for grinding cut-off use and protect against electrolytic
action between sample material and machine.
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MA112180_33
6/27/2005
