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OETIKER EPC 01
basIC safeTy InsTRUCTIons
Issue 11.22
08905306
2 4 Special safety instructions
only specially trained personnel are authorized to proceed with maintenance and repair work on pneumatic
and electrical equipment.
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before maintenance and repair work, switch off all devices and disconnect the ePC 01 from the mains
and the compressed air supply.
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In the course of preventive maintenance, check the hoses for wear and replace them if necessary.
2 4 1 Moving parts
During operation, there is a risk of serious injury from crushing, lacerating and shearing of fingers by the moving
jaws on the pincer head.
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Do not reach into the clamping area of the pincer head during operation.
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before carrying out any work on the clamping area of the pincer head, switch off the voltage and compressed
air supply to the ePC 01.
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Do not point the pincer head at other persons.
2 4 2 Ejected parts
If the workpiece, accessories or machine tool breaks, parts can be ejected at high speed. There is a risk of serious
injury.
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before use, check the ePC 01 for fractures. exchange any damaged parts.
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Wear protective equipment.
2 4 3 Noise level
When venting the pincer, a max. noise level of 92 dba can be expected at the Control Unit.
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Where high noise levels are present, wear hearing protection.
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Do not mount the Control Unit at head height.
2 4 4 Compressed air
The ePC 01 is operated with compressed air. even after switching off, individual system parts and devices may
still be pressurized. Compressed air escapes when the pincer is vented.
escaping compressed air can cause injuries.
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before all maintenance and repair work, switch off the compressed air supply.
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Depressurize all air-operated plant components and equipment.
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Please operate the ePC 01 between 4 bar to 10 bar (recommended: 6 bar). Do not operate the ePC 01 at
pressures greater than 10 bar.
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ensure that the vent holes on the pincer body are clear.