3.3 Operational Hazards
WARNINGS
• Refer to all machine manuals and local regulations and codes for safety
information.
• The equipment supplied is subjected to high injection pressures and high
temperatures. Ensure that extreme caution is observed in the operation
and maintenance of the injection molding machines.
• Only fully trained personnel should operate or maintain equipment.
•
Do not operate the equipment with unconfined long hair, loose clothing
or jewelry, including name badges, neckties, etc. These may get caught
in the equipment and can cause death or serious injury.
• Never disable or bypass a safety device.
• Ensure that the protective guards are placed around the nozzle to
prevent the material from splashing or drooling.
• A burn hazard exists from material during routine purging. Wear heat-
resistant personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent burns from
contact with hot surfaces or splatter of hot material and gases.
• Material purged from machine may be extremely hot. Ensure protective
guards are in place around the nozzle to prevent material from
splashing. Use proper personal protective equipment.
• All operators should wear personal protective equipment, such as face
shields and use heat resistant gloves when working around the feed
inlet, purging the machine or cleaning the gates of the mold.
• Remove purged material from the machine immediately.
• Decomposing or burning material could result in noxious gases being
emitted from the purged material, feed inlet or mold.
• Ensure proper ventilation and exhaust systems are in place to help
prevent inhalation of harmful gases and vapors.
• Consult manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
•
Hoses fitted to the mold will contain high or low temperature fluids or air
under high pressure. The operator must shut down and lockout these
systems as well as relieving any pressure before performing any work
with these hoses. Regularly inspect and replace all flexible hoses and
restraints.
• Water and / or hydraulics on the mold may be in close proximity to
electrical connections and equipment. Water leakage may cause an
electrical short circuit. Hydraulic fluid leakage may cause a fire hazard.
Always keep water and / or hydraulic hoses and fittings in good condition
to avoid leaks.
• Never perform any work on the mold machine unless the hydraulic pump
has been stopped.
• Check frequently for possible oil leaks / water leaks. Stop the machine
and make repairs.
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SAFETY
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