Tormach 1300PL, Operator'S Manual

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1.1 INTENDED USE
This machine is intended for general-purpose, computer
numerical control (CNC) machining in the following
applications:
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Educational environments
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Hobby applications
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Light production
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Prototyping
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Research and development
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Secondary operations
The intended use includes:
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Appropriate workholding, toolholding, tooling, systems,
and machining parameters.
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Plasma cutting and engraving of ferrous and non-ferrous
metals.
The intended use does not include machining materials that:
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Are abrasive, carcinogenic, explosive, flammable,
radioactive, or toxic
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Produce aerosols or fine particulates when machined
The intended use does not include the following materials (not
a full list):
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Beryllium and its alloys
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Ceramics
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Fiberglass
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G10 fiberglass laminate
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Graphite
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Magnesium and its alloys
To safely operate products, you must obey all safety
precautions and warnings that are on the machines and in the
documentation.
1.2 MACHINE STANDARDS
When installed and operated as intended (see "Intended Use"
(above)), this machine complies with the following standards.
You must follow the requirements listed in the standards so
that the machine remains compliant.
1.2.1 American National Safety Institute (ANSI)
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ANSI B11.TR3-2000 Risk Assessment and Risk
Reduction — A Guideline to Estimate, Evaluate, and
Reduce Risks Associated with Machine Tools
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ANSI Z49.1:2005 Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied
Processes
1.2.2 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA)
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OSHA 1910.212 General Requirements for All
Machines
1.3 SAFETY OVERVIEW
Any machine tool is potentially dangerous. A CNC machine's
automation presents added risk not present in a manual
machine.
Before operating the machine in any way, you must read and
understand this section.
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Read and understand all safety messages used in this
document.
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Locate and understand all safety decals on the machine.
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Locate and become familiar with all information decals
on the machine.
1.3.1 Safety Messages
The following examples show the standard safety message
types used to draw your attention to important information.
The standards distinguish between personal injury safety
messages and property damage warning messages.
Personal Injury
Personal injury safety messages have safety alert symbols and
the following hazard level labels:
DANGER! Indicates a hazard with a high level of risk
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING! Indicates a hazard with a medium level
of risk which, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION! Indicates a hazard with a low level of risk
which, if not avoided, can result in minor or moderate
injury.
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