QubicaAMF Edge String, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s Manual
400-051-202-01 Rev. B
Page A-3
EDGE String Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedure
Document Overview
This document outlines the recommended lockout/tagout (LOTO) supplies and
procedures for the EDGE String. This information should be used to supplement a
facility’s existing LOTO program. Please note that the facility is responsible for creating
and maintaining a LOTO program in compliance with applicable safety standards. This
document alone does not constitute a regulation-compliant LOTO program.
Owner/Facility Manager Responsibilities
Under national law in the USA and EU countries, it is the responsibility of the
owner/facility manager to provide a safe workplace. A safe working environment
includes training on the proper use of LOTO procedures and devices.
WARNING:
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High voltage is present inside the system controller. Use caution when
operating or handling this equipment. Implement lockout/tagout (LOTO)
before servicing any electrical components. The main circuit breaker must
always be OPEN, or the power plug DISCONNECTED, prior to
performing any service/repair to electrical systems.
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The system controller contains no user-serviceable parts.
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The system controller includes a tamper indicator. Opening the system
controller enclosure will void the warranty.
I. LOTO Overview
Potential for serious injury exists if an operator attempts to work inside the machine
boundary of an energized machine. A machine is considered energized whenever it is
connected to a main power supply. Energized machines may cycle automatically.
Machine components could move without warning and injure an operator attempting to
work inside the machine boundary. No person should ever attempt to work inside the
machine boundary of an energized machine!
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) includes a set of supplies and procedures for temporarily de-
energizing a machine. With LOTO implemented, a machine’s main electrical power is
physically removed and can only be restored by the same operator who de-energized the
equipment. This also prevents anyone from restoring electrical power inadvertently.
LOTO is a crucial aspect of workplace safety when performing troubleshooting and
maintenance tasks.
Note
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A machine is energized if main electrical power is physically connected to a machine
AND the machine’s main power supply circuit breaker is ON.