9.0 Safety Systems Test
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9.0 Safety Systems Test
Machine manufacturer CHALLENGE
Model TITAN 200BC
Serial Number __________________
Frequency of test:
THESE TESTS SHOULD BE PERFORMED AT THE BEGINNING OF EACH
WORK DAY.
Switch power on and make sure the knife and clamp are in the up position (if they are not, follow the
instructions in this manual to send them up).
Machines with Front Guards:
Test #1: With the front guard open, press the cut buttons. Nothing should happen. If the knife and/or
clamp come down with the front guard open, do not use the machine. Repair or adjustment is
needed.
Test #2: Close the front guard and press the cut buttons. While the clamp or knife is coming down,
open the front guard. The knife and clamp should immediately return to the up position. If they do
not, do not use the machine. Repair or adjustment is needed.
Machines with Electric Eyes:
Test #1: Wave a test object 12mm in diameter between the electric eye beams. The indicator lights
should indicate the eyes are blocked. If they do not, do not use the machine. Repair or adjustment is
needed.
Test #2: If machine equipped with electric eyes, while making a cut, lean into the electric eye beams.
The knife and clamp should immediately return to the up position. If they do not, do not use the
machine. Repair or adjustment is needed.
