GENERAL WARNINGS
FASTBIT is designed to the principles of European Standards (CE). Right from the design stage solutions
have been adopted to eliminate hazards for the operator in all the stages of use: handling, regulation, use and
maintenance.
The materials used in manufacture and the components employed in using FASTBIT are not dangerous and
ensure that the machine complies to current standards.
Silca S.p.A. has also experimented and applied numerous technical solutions that allow the key-cutting machine
to optimize the quality of the cut keys.
To guarantee maintaining these results over time, please follow the instructions below:
• Observe the procedures described in this manual;
• Always use Original Silca Tools as they are designed to make the best of FASTBIT and provide quality
key-cutting;
• Use Silca key blanks, made with top quality materials;
• Have the key-cutting machine checked periodically by an authorized Silca After-Sales Service Centre
(list at the end of this manual);
• Always use Silca Original Spare Parts. Beware of imitations!
NORMAL USE
FASTBIT is a key-cutting machine and must be installed and used according to the rules and specifi cations
established by the manufacturer.
Any other use different from that indicated in this manual will cause the forfeiture of all customers’ rights to make
claims on Silca S.p.A. and may be an unknown source of hazard for the operator or third parties.
ATTENTION: negligent use or failure by the operator to observe the instructions in this manual are
not covered by the warranty and the manufacturer declines any responsibility in such cases.
SAFETY
The key-cutting machine is built entirely to standards. The operations for which it has been designed are
easily carried out at no risk to the operator.
The adoption of general safety precautions (wearing protective goggles) and observation of the instructions
provided by the manufacturer in this manual eliminate all human error, unless deliberate.
The key-cutting machine is designed with features which make it completely safe in all its parts.
• Cutter motor protection
ATTENTION: the cutter motor is protected from overheating by a device (inside the motor) that stops
it when it reaches a dangerous temperature.
This condition can occur when the machine motor is left on continuously, with high ambient temperatures or
in severe working conditions. If the cutter motor overheats it cuts out automatically. In such cases proceed as
follows:
a) turn off the master switch (H).
b) let the motor cool for at least 2 hours then use the machine normally.
RESIDUAL RISKS
There are no further risks arising from the use of the machine.
SAFETY REGULATIONS
• Always disconnect the machine when it is not in use or when performing maintenance operations.
• Check the electrical wiring periodically; replace any wires that show signs of wear.
• Always work with dry hands free of grease or oil.
• Never pull hard on the power lead and make sure it does not come into contract with oil, sharp objects or heat.
Never remove the earth wire from the plug. Make sure the earth wire connection is sound.
• Do not use the machine in dangerous environments (wet or damp).
• All visitors, especially children, must stay at a safe distance from the machine and must never come into
contact with the electric wiring.
Operating manual
FASTBIT
Copyright Silca 2014
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