Versitron Operation Manual
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GENERAL SAFETY
General safety precautions must be followed when using this NEWAGE TESTING
INSTRUMENTS product. Failure to observe precautions and warnings may result in
damage to the equipment or injury to personnel.
It is understood that safety rules within companies vary. If a conflict exists between the
material contained in all NEWAGE TESTING INSTRUMENTS’ User’s Guides and the
rules of a company using a NEWAGE TESTING INSTRUMENTS product, the more
stringent rules should take precedence.
Safety Considerations
The Versitron is completely enclosed and provides no potentially hazardous outputs.
Safety considerations are related to the power connections and physical mountings.
Electronic and mechanical components housed within the Versitron casings are to be
serviced by authorized NEWAGE TESTING INSTRUMENTS’ representatives only.
The final and full compliance with the requirements of the Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC will be dependent on the industry, application, material (to be tested),
location (of the use), etc. The final user must take the necessary steps to ensure the
safety of the operator, other people, machine and properties by providing guards,
shields, screen, adequate lighting, adequate ventilation, etc. Furthermore, when the
machine is installed, wired and ready for its intended use the final user must conduct
the final Risk Assessment on the machine, including all such safety measures (shield,
guard, etc.), to satisfy the requirements of Machinery Directive and EHSR (Essential
Health and Safety Requirements).
CRUSH HAZARD!
Be aware, the Versitron Test Head unit is a moving element that has
the potential to crush objects during normal operation. Please ensure
your hands are kept away from the Versitron moving head area.
When designing custom fixtures!
Ensure fixtures load ratings exceed the Versitron maximum load rating. I.e.
If load rating is 1kN the fixtures must be designed to exceed 1kN load.