Health And Safety Directions; Foreword; Intended Machine Use; General Safety Warnings - FOM INDUSTRIE SIKA PLUS Manuel D'emploi Et D'entretien

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HEALTH AND SAFETY DIRECTIONS

4.1

FOREWORD

Every operator of the machine should be fully aware of the location and function of all controls and also of machine
characteristics, therefore they should read this manual thoroughly. Unauthorized tampering or replacement of
machine parts, use of tools, accessories, materials other than those recommended by the manufacturer, can lead
to accidents for which the manufacturer cannot be held responsible.
4.2

INTENDED MACHINE USE

The SIKA PLUS sawing machine has been designed for cutting profile sections made of aluminium, plastic or
light alloy profile sections.
Other materials are not compatible with its characteristics.
WARNING:
This machine is not suitable for working in areas subject to fire or blast risks.
4.3

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

- The term "OPERATOR" specifically refers to the person or persons entrusted with installing, operating, adjusting,
carrying out maintenance, cleaning, repairing and handling the machine; "DANGEROUS AREAS" refers to any
area inside and/or near the machine in which the presence of an exposed individual constitutes a risk to the health
and safety of that person; "EXPOSED INDIVIDUAL" refers to any person standing fully or partially in a dangerous
area.
- According to the provisions of "lighting in work areas", the place where the machine is used must have no areas
in shadow, glaring lights, or dangerous strobe effects caused by the lighting in the workshop.
- Furthermore, efficient ventilation must be guaranteed in the workplace with the use of a suitable extraction system
where necessary.
- The machine must be operated by skilled staff only and is designed for machining "NON-TOXIC" and "NON
AGGRESSIVE" materials; the use of any products other than these absolves FOM INDUSTRIE from any
responsibility for damage caused to the machine, persons or property.
- The machine can work at ambient temperatures of 0 °C to + 40 °C
- The removal of guards and safety devices is absolutely forbidden.
- The areas where the operator works should always be kept clear and clean from any oil residue.
- Before setting to work, the operator must have a perfect knowledge of the location and working operations of all
controls as well as the machine characteristics.
- The work commands must be carried out by one operator only; action by more than one operator is only allowed
in the loading phase.
- Routine and special maintenance operations must take place when the machine is idle and disconnected.
- Any work on the pneumatic systems must only be performed after having discharged the pressure inside the
circuit.
- Electrical connections should be made according to the general installation rules for the preparation and operation
of electrical systems.
- Electrical installation and connections must only be made by skilled personnel.
NOTE:
The term "skilled personnel" refers to people trained at special courses and with a previous experience
in the field.
- Skilled personnel must also be familiar with first-aid techniques in the event of accident.
- Staff involved in operating, maintenance, cleaning, inspection etc. will in any case have to carefully observe the
safety rules in force in the country where the machine is to be used.
All operators should dress in a suitable manner for the work place and for the job to be carried out.
Machine and maintenance operators should not wear neck chains, bracelets or rings.
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