Uniflex EM 1, Operating Manual

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Security installations
The main switch is located at the front of the machine on the operating board.
Emergency switch
Note:
The emergency switch must be activated in all situations where injuries of people or damage on the
machine can arise:
When operating this switch, the cutting and brushing devices of the machine stop within 10 seconds.
Security devices
The cutting and brushing machine has a security device, which protects the operator from contact with the cutting
knife:
Test the correct functioning of the knife protection
Once a week test the functioning of the knife protection. See chapter >maintenance< in this operating manual.
Prior to every switching on of the machine all safety devices have to be assembled correctly, they have to function
correctly and they must be closed. They may only be removed by authorized personnel after a complete standstill
and after protecting against a startup of the machine.
When additional parts are supplied at a later date, the owner shall be responsible for mounting any warning labels
and safety devices delivered with such parts on the machine according to regulations.
Personal safety
Irrespective of the local accident prevention regulations, the following instructions should be observed as a means
of protecting the health and safety of the maintenance and operating personnel:
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Never reach into the skiving machine during operation.
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Always keep a copy of the operating instructions at the place of use of the machine.
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Make sure that all safety and danger notices on the machine are always legible.
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Only operate the machine when all safety devices are in perfect working order.
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Before starting up the hydraulic unit, make sure that no-one can be endangered by the running machine.
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Do not place any objects on the floor near the workplace.
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Do not wear loose clothing.
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Remove any jewelry, watches and rings.
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Wear working gloves.
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Wear safety glasses.
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Wear ear protection when cutting with EM 3.4 DC / EM 3.2 Ecoline.
A danger for the health and safety of the operator does not arise during correct use of the machine. However, we
point to the following dangerous areas
Warning:
Never reach into the skiving area when the machine is working!
Warning:
Always wear protecting glasses when brushing a hose!
Warning:
During all maintenance and repair works switch off the machine on the main switch and disconnect it
from the circuit!