Sakai SW354, Shop Manual

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SAFETY
1. GENERAL SAFETY
1-1. Understanding the Safety Symbols and Words
The words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with the safety-alert symbol.
DANGER identifies the most serious hazard. When the symbols DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION are displayed, become alert. Your safety or those around you may be involved.
NOTICE is used to provide important information that is not hazard related.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation or condition which if not avoided
can result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or condition which if not avoided
can result in serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or condition which if not avoided
may result in moderate personal injury or damage to the machine or
personal property.
(NOTICE): Indicates important information about operation or maintenance of the
machine that may cause damage, breakdown, or shortened service life of
the machine if you fail to observe or important point to maintain of quality in
maintenance works.
: Indicates standard value to judge whether measured value is good or not.
Items that indicate the weight of a part or equipment and require attention in wire
selection and operating posture for slinging operation.
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In the assembly operation, tightening torque in locations that require particular
attention.
1-2. General
• Operators and maintenance personnel must be alert to recognize and avoid potential
hazards. They should also have comprehensive training, the required skills and necessary
tools to perform the job safely.
• The machine was built in accordance to the latest safety standards and recognized safety
rules. Nevertheless, misuse of the machine may result in risk to life and limb of the user or
nearby personnel and may cause damage to the machine or other property.
• The machine must only be used for its intended purpose as described in the Operator’s
Manual. It must be operated by safety-conscious persons who are fully aware of the risks
involved when operating the machine. Any malfunctions especially those affecting the safety
of the machine must be corrected immediately.
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