Rottler P69AHD, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Section 3 Safety P69AHD Manual
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Machine Operator
The operator of this machine should be a skilled machinist craftsman who is well versed in the caution,
care, and knowledge required to safely operate metal cutting tools.
If the operator is not a skilled machinist he/she must pay strict attention to the Operating Instructions
outlined in this manual, and get instruction from a qualified machinist in both production and operation of
this machine.
This machine has the following areas of exposed moving parts that you must train yourself to respect and
stay away from when they are in motion:
Cutting Tool Area
– Any operation involving hands in the cutter head area, such as inspection or alignment
of the cutter head or tools, changing Centering Fingers, tool insertion, and removal, cutter head changes,
and size checking etc. requires the machine to be in Neutral.
Machining – Eye protection must be worn during all operations of the machine. Hands must be kept
completely away from the cutter head. All chip guards must be in position during machine operations.
Work Loading and Unloading – Carefully develop handling methods of loading
and unloading work pieces so that no injury can result if hoist equipment or lift
connection should fail. Periodically check lift components for damage that may cause failure.
Machine Maintenance – Any machine adjustment, maintenance or parts
replacement absolutely requires a complete power disconnection from the
machine.