SECTION 1
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
The precautions listed below are in general; however,
failure to practice them could result in personal injury
or damage to property. These precautions are not all-
inclusive. Specific cautions and warnings are listed
throughout this manual. They may address issues that
are peculiar to a specific operation or industry. In
addition, employers are subject to the federal
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of
1970, as amended, that requires an employer to keep
abreast of the regulations that are continually released
under its authority.
GLASS WASHING MACHINES
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1. ALWAYS operate and maintain the Washer
in accordance with the instructions and
procedures of this manual.
2. ALWAYS load glass onto the entry conveyor
and allow the rollers to drive the glass into the
machine. DO NOT feed glass directly into the
main washing section by hand. DO NOT wear
loose fitting clothing that could get caught in
the moving parts of the machine. DO NOT
exceed the capacity of the Washer.
3. DO NOT open inspection doors, covers or
guards while the unit is in operation except in
special circumstances that are addressed later
in this manual. NEVER work on the Washer
or related components unless the electrical
power and motor drive have been locked out
and tagged. The National Electrical Code
requires a manually operated disconnect
switch located within sight of the machine or
other means by which the conductors of the
circuit can be disconnected from their source
of supply (Parts F and I of Article 230).
4. DO NOT use the Washer for any purpose for
which it was not designed. It is to be used only
to wash flat float, plate, tempered, specialized
glass and mirror. All tags, stickers or tape
should be removed prior to washing.
5. DO NOT poke or prod into the openings of the
Washer with a rod, bar or stick.
6. ALWAYS have a clear view of the loading and
unloading points and all safety devices of the
Washer. Be aware of all the locations of the
emergency stop switches.
7. KEEP the area around the Washer free of
debris and obstacles. This includes the
electrical control cabinet, detergent and rinse
tanks, and entry and exit conveyors.
8. NEVER operate the Washer without guards
and all safety devices in position and
functioning.
9. ALWAYS allow the Washer to stop naturally
by ramping down. DO NOT attempt to
artificially brake or slow the movement of the
Washer or any of its components.
10. ALWAYS wear safety glasses, proper clothes
and other necessary safety equipment while
operating and maintaining the Washer. When
in doubt, consult with the shop safety
representative(s).
11. ALWAYS wear safety glasses, proper clothes
and other necessary safety equipment while
handling glass. When in doubt, consult with
the shop safety representative(s).
Many of the photographs used to illustrate this manual were taken of partially assembled machines or of
machines with guards removed for clarity. This should not be construed as a safe method of operation when
running this machine. NEVER operate the Washer unless all interlocks, safety devices and guards are
operating properly and properly installed. Failure to do so could result in injury or death.
