Mecmesin 432-680, Installation & Operation Manual

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Mecmesin Interlocked Machine Guarding
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6. Single Column Guard Installation
Before installing a single column guard, it is important to read the next section in full, failure
to do so could lead to injury or damage to the test equipment.
6.1 Prerequisites
Before installing your single column guarding, ensure you are working in a suitable area. It
is important that there is a clear, stable work surface to place both the guard and the
associated test stand that is suitable to secure the system to, and that all potential risks have
been assessed before starting the installation phase.
Installation of interlocked machine guarding should only be carried out by qualified,
authorised personnel.
Failure to follow the installation instructions within this manual could result in serious
injury to the user or those around the machinery. It could also cause damage to the
equipment or surrounding environment.
Due to the weight and size of the guarding, it is recommended that at least two
people are needed to lift single column guarding during the installation phase.
Refer to Section 9 for the precise weight of the guard.
Mecmesin recommends that a full risk assessment is carried out covering the
placement and operation of the interlocked guard in conjunction with your test
stand fixtures. This should be carried out by the end user.
When fitted, the guard is designed to enclose the test stand and its working
area. The machine itself is placed within the enclosed assembly. Although the
guard will be supplied assembled, there is a requirement for some dismantling
in order to complete the installation process.