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Safety is our number one priority at Labelmate. The following information
provides guidelines for safe operation of Labelmate equipment.
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Any machine can be dangerous to operators when improperly used or poorly maintained.
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All employees operating and maintaining Labelmate equipment should be instructed on correct use and
safety guidelines.
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Most accidents are preventable if adequate precautions are taken.
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Be aware of safety labels and instructional decals that have been placed near any potential hazards.
TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION
It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that all personnel are instructed on proper operation of
Labelmate equipment prior to use. All personnel operating, inspecting, servicing, or cleaning this equipment
must be properly trained in operation and machine safety. Read all operating instructions before using this
equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY
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Ensure that all power sources are turned off when the machine is not in use.
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Read the manual for any special operational instructions for each piece of equipment; user manuals are
included in the product packaging and/or can be found on the website www.labelmateusa.com.
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Know how the equipment functions and understand the operating processes.
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Know how to shut down the equipment.
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Understand the equipment safety labels.
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Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment for the job to be performed (eg: eye protection,
gloves, safety shoes, etc.).
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When working on or around all equipment, avoid wearing loose clothing, jewelry, unrestrained long hair,
or any loose ties, belts, scarves, or articles that may be caught in moving parts.
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Keep all extremities away from moving parts; entanglement could cause severe injury or death.
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For new equipment, check plant voltage with the voltage specified on the machine; electrical specifica-
tions for this machine are printed on the power adaptor used with the machine.
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A properly grounded electrical receptacle is required for safe operation regardless of voltage require-
ments.
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Use the equipment for its intended purpose only.
Safety First
