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Belt Grinder Safety Instructions
Fire Pants Fabrication requires all users of their machines to read, understand and comply
with this entire manual before using this machine.
1.
Maintenance. Make sure the grinder is turned
off and disconnect from the main power supply
and make sure all moving parts have come to a
complete stop before any inspection,
adjustment or maintenance is carried out.
2.
Hearing protection and hazards. Always wear
hearing protection as noise generated from
grinder and workpiece vibration can cause
permanent hearing loss over time.
3.
Grinder Condition. Grinder must be maintained
for a proper working condition. Never operate a
grinder that has damaged or worn parts.
Scheduled routine maintenance should
performed on a scheduled basis.
4.
Dust hazards. Always wear dust mask or
respirator and eye protection when sanding. Use
a dust collector as well to keep dust to a
minimum.
5.
Disc/Belt Condition. Never operate a grinder
with a damaged or badly worn disc or belt.
Replace if required.
6.
Feeding material. Always feed material evenly
and smoothly against the direction of rotation.
Never use excessive force when sanding or
serious injury can occur.
7.
Disc/Belt Rotation. Be aware of the Disc and Belt
rotation when sanding.
8.
Job Material. Check material prior to sanding for
nails, staple and other objects that make cause
any danger when sanding.
9.
Hand Hazard. Keep hands and fingers clear from
moving parts. Serious injury can occur.
10.
Starting position/speed. Never turn the grinder
on when the workpiece is resting on the disc or
belt. Allow disc and belt to reach full speed
before sanding.
11.
Leaving a grinder Unattended. Always turn the
grinder off and make sure all moving parts have
come to a complete stop before leaving the
grinder. Do not leave grinder running
unattended for any reason.
12.
Disc sanding. Keep workpiece down toward the
table whilst sanding. Workpiece may cause
serious injury if not held correctly.
13.
Avoiding Entanglement. Grinder guards must
always be used. Remove loose clothing, belts, or
jewellery items. Never wear gloves while
machine is in operation. Tie up long hair and use
the correct hair nets to avoid any entanglement
with the grinder moving parts.
14.
Guards. Do not operate grinder without the
correct guards in place, If applicable.
15.
Understand the machines controls. Make sure
you understand the use and operation of all
controls.
16.
Stopping the Disc/Belt. Do not stop or slow the
Disc or Belt with your hand or workpiece. Allow
the machine to stop on its own.
17.
Power outage. In the event of a power failure
during use of the Linisher, turn off all switches
to avoid possible sudden start up once power is
restored.
18.
Wood dust may cause allergic reactions. Make
sure you know what type of dust you are
exposed to as it may cause you an allergic
reaction. Always wear an approved respirator.
19.
Work area hazards. Keep the area around the
grinder clean from oil, tools, chips. Pay attention
to other persons in the area and know what is
going on around the area to ensure unintended
accidents.
20.
Call for help. If at any time you experience
difficulties, stop the machine and call you
nearest branch service department for help.
21.
Workpiece Handling. Never hold small
workpieces with your fingers during a cut.
Always support/feed the workpiece with push
stick, table support, vice, or some sort of
clamping fixture.
