Intended Use
Benchmark® and ProFlex® adhesive melters and components are designed to melt
and pump thermoplastic hot melt adhesives and sealants. Any other use is considered
to be unintended. Hot Melt Technologies (HMT) will not be liable for personal
injury or property damage resulting from unintended use. Intended use includes
the observance of HMT safety instructions. HMT recommends obtaining detailed
information on the hot melt materials being used.
The product is only intended for use in industrial applications and may
only be used to melt and pump thermoplastic hot melt adhesives
(e.g. EVA, PSA, APO, Polyamid).
The product may only be installed, assembled, commissioned, operated,
maintained, repaired, de-commissioned and disposed of by trained
personnel.
The product may only be operated with compatible original components
and original accessories from Hot Melt Technologies Inc.
The product is to be used exclusively for the purpose described herein
and within the limits defined in this document. The product must not
be modified with respect to its structure or its safety features without
the written consent of Hot Melt Technologies. No changes to the
software or hardware of HMT products are permitted. Only use
original spare parts, original accessories or standard parts that
have been approved by HMT.
The instructions are part of this product. No applications other than those described
in the instructions are permitted.
Improper Use
Examples of misuse of the product include:
Melting and pumping of unsuitable adhesives
(e.g. PUR-Polyurethane hot melt adhesives)
In defective condition
With electrical cabinet open
With the tank lid open
Melting and pumping materials which, when under vacuum or pressure,
can pose a health hazard or endanger safety in the workplace
(e.g. solvents, explosive or highly flammable materials)
Cleaning the product with highly flammable materials (e.g. solvents)
Use in environments that require cleaning of the product with jets or
sprays of water
Processing of food
Residual Risks
In the design of the Benchmark and ProFlex systems, every measure was taken
to protect personnel from potential danger. However, some residual risks can
not be avoided:
Risk of burns from hot material
Risk of burns when filling the tank, from the tank lid, and from the hose
and gun exposed metal surfaces.
Risk of burns when conducting maintenance and repair work for which
the melter or components must be heated up.
Material fumes may be hazardous. Always avoid direct inhalation.
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