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1.2.7 Protective equipment.
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At all times, prior to putting the machine into operation, all protective equipment must be correctly
installed and in proper working condition.
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Protective equipment may only be removed
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after the machine has come to a complete stop and the machine has been disabled to ensure it
cannot be started up again.
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if subcomponents are delivered, the operator must install the protective equipment in
accordance with regulations
1.2.8 Informal safety measures.
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Keep the operating instructions and circuit diagrams permanently at the site where the equipment is
installed.
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In addition to the operating instructions, the generally valid and local regulations relating to accident
prevention and environmental protection must be provided and observed.
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Maintain all safety and danger notices on/next to the machine in legible condition and comply with
them.
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If the equipment is sold or transferred, the operating instructions must be included with the equipment.
1.2.9 Training of personnel.
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Only personnel who have been trained and instructed are allowed to work on the machine.
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The responsibilities of the personnel must be clearly defined for the machine/controller installation,
startup, operation, setting-up, maintenance and repairs.
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Personnel still in the process of being trained are only permitted to work at the machine under the
supervision of an experienced person.
1.2.10 Machine controls.
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Under no circumstances carry out any program modifications to the software!
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Only properly instructed personnel are permitted to operate the controls.
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The machine must not be operated if potential electromagnetic interference sources are acting on the
machine. Interference sources are e.g. welding equipment, portable phones.
1.2.11 Safety measures during normal operation.
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Only operate the machine when all protective equipment is fully operational.
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Prior to switching on the machine, ensure that the startup can cause no harm to personnel.
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Regularly maintain and check machine for externally identifiable damage and check that all the safety
devices are operational.
1.2.12 Hazards caused by electric power.
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Ensure 0V and +24V are free from other voltages. High voltages may be superimposed on 0V
and 24Vdc lines as no reference to ground exists. See Warning 1.2.14
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Work on the electric power supply may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
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Check the electrical equipment of the machine at regular intervals.
Repair loose connections and scorched cables immediately.
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Keep the control cabinet locked at all times. Access is only permitted to authorized personnel with a key
or tool.
