0.2. Scope of Use / Use According to Designation
The machine is intended solely for cutting (primarily metal) workpieces. Any other use is considered as inadequate to the purpose.
The manufacturer is not responsible for damages arising from such use, the risk is borne by the user alone. The use complying with
the purpose includes also observing the operating instructions and the check and maintenance conditions.
Examples of materials that can be cut:
structural steel • cementing steel • nitriding steel • free-cutting steel • heat-treated steel •
roller bearing steel • spring steel • tool steel • high-speed steel • cast steel • cast iron • copper • brass • aluminium • plastics.
Consider the recommendations for use as prescriptive values. In case of special cases, consult the manufacturer.
0.3. Requirements on operators
The machine may only be operated if it is in perfect condition with respect to technical safety. The user is obliged to check the
machine for visually detectable damages and faults at least once per shift. Immediately report to your manager any damages and
faults on protective devices and changes in the operation of the machine that threaten safety. No safety devices may be removed,
moved, put out of operation or changed during the machine operation. Otherwise any warranty claims shall be null and void! If any
safety device has to be removed during operation or maintenance, secure the POWER SWITCH in the „OFF" position by a padlock
or disconnect the machine from the mains and secure it against restart.
• Before operating the machine, remove loose parts of clothes, cover long hair.
• Make sure that all other persons stand or move at least 2 meters from the saw blade, protect them from flying chips and prevent
harm to them in case the saw blade breaks.
• All persons helping you at the site must be acquainted with all the safety rules.
• The safety rules must be provided on a visible place at the site.
• Keep hands at a safe distance from the saw blade; never adjust the device when the motor is running. Switch off the motor and
secure it against restart before you start handling the saw blade
Only persons with adequate electrician qualifications are allowed to open protective covers of the electrical
equipment and to work on it.
0.4. Machine Requirements - Safety Devices
DANGER OF INJURY!
No cover on the saw blade in the cutting area! High risk of injury in the operating area of the arm!
Before you open protective devices, wait until the saw blade and the grinding wheel stop.
Never use the sharpener when you are tired, exhausted, under the influence of medicaments, drugs or alcohol!
Horizontal metal band saw is a cutting machine equipped for saw blade cutting. In order to complete the manufacturing process the
grinding wheel must reach the saw blade in the machining area. You can install the protective covers against contact with the saw
blade only outside the machining area.
0.5. Protective covers
The saw blade and its wheels are protected against contact outside the machining area. You can remove protective covers only if the
POWER SWITCH is turned off and secured against restart or if the machine is disconnected from the mains and the saw blade is still.
Before leaving the band saw, all covers must be closed. The protective cover of the arm and the wheels with the saw blade are
secured by an end switch. If the covers are not completely closed, none of the machine’s drives will start.
To stop the machine in case of emergency, press
TOTAL STOP
button. You can put the machine back to operation only after you
manually unlock the switch (by turning it clockwise) and press the SAFETY button (see Section 4.1.). Fixed and movable bars of
guide heads are fitted with solid protective covers that protect the area outside the machining area.
Manual cleaning and removal of waste when the machine is working or running down is prohibited. A first-aid
kit must be available at the workplace. You have to wear suitable work clothes, shoes and adequate protective
equipment (eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toed work shoes) at work. Observe valid health
rules concerning the air quality at the workplace.
The machine may only be operated by persons that have been appropriately trained and instructed in safety at work!
