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OPERATING MANUAL
DO NOT
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Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report suspect machinery.
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Do not use a panbrake for bending metal that is beyond its capacity for thickness, or type.
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Do not attempt to bend rod, wire, strap or spring steel sheets.
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Do not remove the guards in front of the machine under any circumstances while the
machine is in an operational mode.
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Do not operate the machine without proper material adjustment according to sheet thickness.
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Do not bend material which has been welded or deformed.
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Do not use clamp fingers which are excessively damaged.
2.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
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Use the right tool for the job
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Identify possible pinch point hazards in your work area
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Concentrate on objects that move or are capable of moving.
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Ask yourself, “What will happen if this moves? Will I be in
the path of that movement?”
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Be aware of pinch points created by objects that move and
come into direct or close contact with fixed objects
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Be on guard whenever you put your hands, fingers, toes, or
feet “between” anything.
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Discuss and point out pinch point hazards as part of your
risk assessment.
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Make sure your hands are placed where you can see them
PINCH POINT SAFETY WARNING
Machinery can pose a hazard with moving parts, conveyors, rollers and rotating shafts. Never reach
into a moving machine. The machine must always be properly maintained. Always use the machine
tool guards provided with your equipment. They act as a barrier between the moving parts and your
body.
In order to prevent accidents involving pinch points, the points listed below must be followed when
using machinery
WHEN MAINTAINING THE MACHINE
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Shut off the machine completely before any repair work is carried out.
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Disconnect and tag the power supply if not required while doing maintenance
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The machine is to be serviced and/or be repaired only by the authorized personnel
