Trotec Speedy 400, Operating Manual

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Safety
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fire extinguisher must always be at hand, as the laser beam can ignite flammable materials.
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If the machine is used industrially, the operator is subject to the legal obligations concerning industrial safety.
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All personnel involved in installation, set-up, operation, maintenance and repair of the machine must have read and
understood this manual and in particular the “Safety” section. The personnel must be trained and informed about
all the functions, potential dangers and safety issues of the machine on a yearly basis.
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The user is recommended to prepare company internal instructions considering the occupational qualifications
of the personnel employed in each case, and the receipt of the instruction/this manual or the participation in the
introduction/training should in each case be acknowledged in writing.
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Keep the manual in the immediate vicinity of the machine so that it is accessible at all times to all persons working
on or with the machine.
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Authority for the individual activities relating to the application of the machine (e.g. installation, operation,
maintenance and cleaning) must be clearly defined and observed, so that no unclear competencies result under
the aspect of safety. This applies in particular to work to be performed on the electrical equipment that may only be
performed by qualified specialists.
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Maintenance and repair work as specified in the manual must be carried out regularly.
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For all activities concerning installation, set-up, start-up, operation, modifications of conditions and methods of
operation, maintenance, inspection and repair, the switch-off procedures that may be provided in the manual must
be observed.
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Provide appropriate personal protection equipment (e.g. protective goggles according to wavelength and laser
power).
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The operator is responsible for the safety-related state of the machine.
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Do not store any flammable materials in the working area or in the immediate vicinity of the device. Particularly,
residues of processed materials have to be removed to prevent any fire hazard.
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The operator must ensure cleanliness and accessibility at and around the machine by corresponding instructions
and controls.
2.3.2 Responsibilities of the operating personnel
The operating personnel has the following responsibilities:
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Always wear personal protective equipment.
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It is the duty of the operating personnel to check the machine before start of work for externally visible damage and
defects, and to immediately report any changes that appear (including behavior during operation) that may affect
the safety of the machine. It must be made sure that the machine is operated only in perfect condition.
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The machine must not be le unattended while it is operating (supervised operation).
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Switch off the machine described herein at the main switch for periods of non-use.
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Operate the machine described here only with a lens in place. A missing lens may cause the unfocused laser beam
to be reflected out of the housing.
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Stop this machine immediately in case of failure.
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No working methods are permitted that affect the safety of persons or of the machine.
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The machine and its components, such as the lens and mirrors, are to be kept clean at all times.
Caution
The adjustment of the beam path may only be carried out by service personnel of Trotec Laser GmbH.
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