ITW Dynatec
Chapter 2
Safety Instructions
Page 10
Apex Slot Die Applicator, Manual #40-47, Rev. 10.16
Safety Symbols in this Manual
1. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS are found throughout this manual.
WARNINGS mean that failure to observe the specific instructions may cause injury to
personnel.
2. CAUTIONS mean that failure to observe the specific instructions may damage the
equipment.
Safe Installation and Operation
Read and adhere to the manual!
1. Read this manual before applying electrical power to the equipment. Equipment may
be damaged by incorrect electrical connections.
2. To avoid possible failure of hoses, make sure all hoses are routed to avoid kinking,
tight radius turns (8” or less) and abrasive contact. Hot
‐
melt hoses should not have
prolonged contact with heat
‐
absorbing surfaces such as cold floors or metal troughs.
These heat
‐
absorbing surfaces can alter adhesive flow and cause incorrect
calibration. Hoses should never be covered with materials that prevent heat
dissipation, such as insulation or sheathing. Hoses should be spaced apart from each
other, not making direct contact.
3. Do not use adhesive that is dirty or that may be chemically contaminated. Doing so
can cause system clogging and pump damage.
4. When adhesive hand
‐
held applicators or other movable applicators are used, never
point them at yourself or at any other person. Never leave a hand
‐
held applicator's
trigger unlocked when not actually in use.
5. Do not operate the hopper or other system components without adhesive for more
than 15 minutes if the temperature is 150° C (300° F) or more. To do so will cause
charring of the residual adhesive.
6. Never activate the heads, hand
‐
held applicators and/ or other application devices until
the adhesive's temperature is within the operating range. Severe damage could result
to internal parts and seals.
7. Never attempt to lift or move the unit when there is molten adhesive in the system.
8. In case of an emergency or exceptional incident, press the emergency stop button in
order to stop the unit quickly.
9. Use the unit only as it is intended to.
10. Never let the unit run unattended.
11. Operate the unit only in a faultless and fully functional condition. Check and make
sure that all safety devices work in proper form!
