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Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK
EMX Knee, Bed Mill & ProtoTRAK
EMX CNC Retrofit Safety, Programming, Operating & Care Manual
2.3
Safety Precautions
1.
Do not operate this machine before the
ProtoTRAK EMX CNC Safety,
Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual
, and the
Safety, Programming, Operating & Care Manual
have been studied and
understood.
2.
Do not run this machine without knowing the function of every control key,
button, knob, or handle. Ask your supervisor or a qualified instructor for help
when needed.
3.
Protect your eyes. Wear approved safety glasses (with side shields) at all times.
4.
Don't get caught in moving parts. Before operating this machine remove all
jewelry including watches and rings, neckties, and any loose-fitting clothing.
5.
Keep your hair away from moving parts. Wear adequate safety headgear.
6.
Protect your feet. Wear safety shoes with oil-resistant, anti-skid soles, and steel
toes.
7.
Take off gloves before you start the machine. Gloves are easily caught in
moving parts.
8.
Remove all tools (wrenches, check keys, etc.) from the machine before you start.
Loose items can become dangerous flying projectiles.
9.
Never operate a milling machine after consuming alcoholic beverages, or taking
strong medication, or while using non-prescription drugs.
10.
Protect your hands. Stop the machine spindle and ensure that the CNC control is
in the stop mode:
•
Before changing tools
•
Before changing parts
•
Before you clear away the chips, oil or coolant. Always use a chip
scraper or brush
•
Before you make an adjustment to the part, fixture, coolant nozzle or
take measurements
•
Before you open safeguards (protective shields, etc.). Never reach for
the part, tool, or fixture around a safeguard.
11.
Protect your eyes and the machine as well. Don't use a compressed air hose to
remove the chips or clean the machine (oil, coolant, etc.).
12.
Stop and disconnect the machine before you change belts, pulley, gears.
13.
Keep work area well lighted. Ask for additional light if needed.
14.
Do not lean on the machine while it is running.
15.
Prevent slippage. Keep the work area dry and clean. Remove the chips, oil,
coolant and obstacles of any kind around the machine.
