Chapter 3
Description and Technical Specs
ITW Dynatec
Apex Slot Die Applicator, Manual #40-47, Rev. 10.16
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Chapter 3
Description and Technical Specs
3.1 Applicable Safety Regulations
Intended Use
The APEX High-Speed Intermittent Slot Die Applicator may be used only to apply suitable
materials, e.g. adhesives. When in doubt, seek permission from ITW Dynatec.
If the Applicator is not used in accordance with this regulation, a safe operation cannot
be guaranteed.
The operator - and not ITW Dynatec - is liable for all personal injury or property damages
resulting from unintended use!
Intended use includes, that you
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read this documentation,
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heed all given warnings and safety instructions, and
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do all maintenance within the given maintenance rates.
Any other use is considered to be unintended.
Unintended Use, Examples
The APEX Slot Die Applicator may not be used under the following conditions:
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In defective condition.
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In a potentially explosive atmosphere.
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With unsuitable operating/processing materials.
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When the values stated under Specifications are not complied with.
The APEX Slot Die Applicator may not be used to process the following materials:
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Toxic, explosive and easily flammable materials.
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Erosive and corrosive materials.
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Food products.
Residual Risks
In the design of the APEX Slot Die Applicator, every measure was taken to protect
personnel from potential danger. However, some residual risks cannot be avoided.
Personnel should be aware of the following:
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Risk of burns from hot material.
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Risk of burns from hot Applicator’s components.
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Risk of burns when conducting maintenance and repair work for which the system
must be heated up.
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Risk of burns when attaching and removing heated hoses.
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Material fumes can be hazardous. Avoid inhalation. If necessary, exhaust material
vapors and/or provide sufficient ventilation of the location of the system.
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Risk of pinching parts of the body at running parts of the Adhesive Supply Unit
(pumps, motors, rolls or others).
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The safety valves may malfunction due to hardened or charred material.
