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Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK
KMX Knee Mill, Bed Mill & ProtoTRAK
KMX CNC Retrofit Safety, Programming, Operating & Care Manual
2.3
Safety Precautions
1.
Do not operate this machine before the
ProtoTRAK KMX CNC Safety,
Installation, Maintenance, Service and Parts List Manual
, and the
Safety,
Programming, Operating & Care Manual
have been studied and understood.
2.
Do not run this machine without knowing the function of every control key, button,
knob, or handle. Ask your supervisor or a qualified instructor for help when needed.
3.
Protect your eyes. Wear approved safety glasses (with side shields) at all times.
4.
Don't get caught in moving parts. Before operating this machine remove all jewelry
including watches and rings, neckties, and any loose-fitting clothing.
5.
Keep your hair away from moving parts. Wear adequate safety headgear.
6.
Protect your feet. Wear safety shoes with oil-resistant, anti-skid soles, and steel
toes.
7.
Take off gloves before you start the machine. Gloves are easily caught in moving
parts.
8.
Remove all tools (wrenches, check keys, etc.) from the machine before you start.
Loose items can become dangerous flying projectiles.
9.
Never operate a milling machine after consuming alcoholic beverages, or taking
strong medication, or while using non-prescription drugs.
10.
Protect your hands. Stop the machine spindle and ensure that the CNC control is in
the stop mode:
•
Before changing tools
•
Before changing parts
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Before you clear away the chips, oil or coolant. Always use a chip scraper or
brush
•
Before you make an adjustment to the part, fixture, coolant nozzle or take
measurements
•
Before you open safeguards (protective shields, etc.). Never reach for the part,
tool, or fixture around a safeguard.
11.
Protect your eyes and the machine as well. Don't use a compressed air hose to
remove the chips or clean the machine (oil, coolant, etc.).
12.
Stop and disconnect the machine before you change belts, pulley, gears.
13.
Keep work area well lighted. Ask for additional light if needed.
14.
Do not lean on the machine while it is running.
15.
Prevent slippage. Keep the work area dry and clean. Remove the chips, oil, coolant
and obstacles of any kind around the machine.