IEMCA SIR 52 F, Manual For Use And Maintenance

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3 - SAFETY PROCEDURES - GENERAL INFORMATION SIR-52-P/F
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3.2 HANDLING AND INSTALLATION - Safety
• The bar feeder must be handled using suitable means and methods.
• Persons must not stand or transit underneath a suspended load, or within the range of
action of the crane, lift truck or other suitable means of lifting and transportation.
• The working area and bar loading area must be cordoned off to prevent collisions between
the operator and machines used to transport or handle the barstock or other materials.
• Correct positioning of the bar feeder, adequate lighting and a clean working environment are
of the utmost importance as far as personal safety is concerned.
• The electric system connection must be made exclusively by skilled electricians.
• Make sure the electrical system is connected to an efficient earth circuit by means of a
dedicated wire.
3.3 ADJUSTMENTS AND SETTING UP - Safety
• Carry out the adjustments as described in the user manual.
• Do not change working parameters to obtain performances other than those envisaged in the
design and testing phases.
• Do not adjust the bar feeder when it is running unless expressly requested to do so in the
manual.
• Do not feed the machine with bars having dimensions different from those recommended by
the manufacturer.
• Do not use hoses as handholds.