DERNASEER TF 220s, Manual

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TF220s
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SAFETY BEFORE AND DURING OPERATION
Only qualified and trained personnel should attempt to operate this machinery.
1. Read and understand the Operators Manual before you start the machine.
Study the DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and IMPORTANT safety signs on your
machine.
2. Check your machine and have all systems in good operational condition.
- Check for broken, missing or damaged parts.Replace and make necessary repairs.
- Ensure all safety guards and emergency stops are fitted and in working order.
- See ‘Daily Maintenance’ for more detailed checklist before start-up.
3. Before starting, walk completely around the machine. Make sure no one is under
it, on it or close to it. Let other workmen and bystanders know you are starting up and
do not start
until everyone is clear of the machine.
4. During operation, do not climb onto, over or under moving conveyor belts and
rollers.
Always use ladders, steps and walkways when mounting and dismounting.
5. Hole alignment on mechanical supports must be checked and secured with pins
provided
and in accordance with safety signs.
6. Never check the tension of ‘V’ belts, drive chains and conveyors when machine is
running.
7. Never work or stand beneath machinery or attachments as it is raised or lowered.
8. Never work or stand beneath machinery as they are being loaded with and/or
discharging
material.
9. Follow safe operating practices. Operate the machine controls smoothly. Avoid
sudden
stops, starts or changes in direction.
10. Only use emergency stop buttons or emergency stop lines (if fitted) in
emergency situations or during safety drills.
11. After each day’s operation, always run the machine dry; never leave material in
the beltfeeder on conveyor belts or screenbox. Starting a machine with a full load will
cause strain problems in your machine.