Operator Safety
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THE MACHINE BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THESE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
It is a requirement of the
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER)
that suitable training
is conducted for control familiarisation. This must include associated health and safety awareness, and
good housekeeping practice.
ONLY SUITABLY COMPETENT PERSONS SHOULD OPERATE THIS tube bender.
Consider and use the necessary personal protective equipment, which should as a minimum include
protective footwear, eye protection, and heavy duty gloves when handling material and replacing mandrel
tools. Do not allow clothing, apparel or hair near moving parts.
Never operate the machine unless all guards and cover supplied are placed and closed. Do not load the
machine or adjust the mandrel whilst the machine is bending.
Always disconnect the power at source when performing maintenance work or making adjustments other
than those necessary for the normal operation of the machine.
Accumulation of scale from tubes, and grease can create potentially dangerous situations. Regularly clean
between operations, ensuring also tools or other objects on the bed or surfaces are correctly stowed
away. Keeping the machine clean and tidy will increase efficiency and productivity, avoid injury, and
reduce the possibility of a breakdown.
If any unusual noise or machine behaviour becomes apparent, switch off, isolate, and seek assistance.
Bending Procedure
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TUBE BENDER
PAGE: 7
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Add tooling and secure to the bed.
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Secure the material between the
former and the counter-former
