Safety First!
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RT-2 Operation and Service Manual
Safety First!
Safety Sheet Sign-Off Sheet
At the end of this chapter, there is a safety sign-off sheet. It lists personnel and machine safety cri
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teria to understand before operating the machine. It is highly recommended that personnel operat
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ing, working on a machine meet the criteria listed in this sheet. It is recommended the sheet be
signed and kept for records. See “Safety Sign-Off Sheet” on page 1-15.
Safety Terminology of Labels
In addition to the nameplate,
KVAL
machines may have other warning labels or decals that provide
safety information to operators. Safety labels should be clearly visible to the operator and must be
replaced if missing, damaged, or illegible.
There are three types of warning labels or decals:
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DANGER
means if the danger is not avoided, it will cause death or serious injury.
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WARNING
means if the warning is not heeded, it can cause death or serious
injury.
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CAUTION
means if the precaution is not taken, it may cause minor or moderate
injury.
Safety Guidelines
In addition to the caution and warning labels affixed to this machine, follow the guidelines below
to help ensure the safety of equipment and personnel.
This machine is a powerful electro-mechanical motion control
system. You should test your motion system for safety under
all potential conditions.
Failure to do so can result in dam
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age to equipment and/or serious injury to personnel.
Ensure that all employees who operate this machine
are aware of and adhere to all safety precautions
posted on the machine and are trained to operate this
machine in a safe manner.
Training
