Specac Atlas Automatic 40 Ton, User Manual

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Atlas™ Auto 40T Hydraulic Press
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Other possible operational risks may be due to the specific samples,
work or accessories (e.g. Specac Evacuable Pellet Dies and the
Atlas™ Heated Platens P/N GS15515) that are being used with the
Atlas™ Auto 40T press. You should take note of the specific safety
considerations involved with these items if they are being used.
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Do not exceed a load limit of 40 tons for the Atlas™ Auto 40T press.
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Do not attempt to press potentially combustible materials or materials
with a low flash point temperature.
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Do not operate the press in very hot or very cold environments.
Ambient temperature range allowable is 5°C to 40°C.
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Do not operate the press in WET, DAMP or HUMID environments.
(Allow time for condensation to evaporate before operation – if the
press has been stored in cold conditions).
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Do not operate the press if it shows any visible damage. The press
may have been dropped in transit or damaged in use. Seek advice.
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Do not continue operating the press if it fails to perform the intended
measurement. Seek advice.
Repair or Maintenance Safety
The Atlas™ Auto 40T press shall be disconnected from all voltage
sources before it is opened for any adjustment, replacement of
parts, maintenance or repair.
Any adjustment, maintenance or repair of the opened apparatus under
voltage should be avoided as far as possible and if inevitable, should
be carried out only by a skilled person who is aware of the hazards
involved. Capacitors inside the apparatus may still be charged even if
the press has been disconnected from all voltage sources.