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Dough sheeter SF450 - SF500 - SF600 Operation and maintenance manual (translation of original instructions) – Ed. 10/2016
Rev.02 10/2017
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5.2.3 CHECKING THE WORKING ORDER OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT
At the beginning of the working day and/or shift, test the working order and integrity of the safety equipment
referred to in section 5.2.2:
1 Checking the interlocked mobile guards and relative safety micro switches.
Make sure that each guard is in perfect condition and that it is not dented or deformed.
Start the machine empty. When the machine is running, slowly lift one of the guards and stop as soon as you hear
the click of the micro switch and the machine stops. Make sure that:
- the micro switch trips and stops all moving parts of the machine when the distance D between the edge of the
guard and the conveyor belt underneath it (see Figure 46) does not exceed the Dmax value indicated in section
5.2.2, point 1.
- every part stops within a second of hearing the click of the micro switch (use a stopwatch; in case of doubt the
check should be carried out by a qualified electrician using suitable instruments, for example an oscilloscope).
- check that it is not possible to use the start controls if the micro switch has been tripped.
This test must be carried out separately for each guard.
In the event that the machine does not pass this test, do not use it and request the assistance of a
specialized technician with experience in machine electrical systems. If necessary, contact the
manufacturer.
2 Fixed guards
Visually check that they are all present and correctly positioned, in good condition (no deep dents, cracks etc.) and
that they are secured with all the fixing devices provided.
In the event that the machine does not pass these tests, do not use it and request the assistance of a
specialized mechanical technician experienced in machine assembly. If necessary, contact the
manufacturer.
5.2.4 RESIDUAL RISKS
It is the responsibility of the employer to provide the operators with adequate information regarding the residual
risks associated with the use of the machine, as well as training regarding its safe use, on precautions to be taken
and on what not to do.
5.2.4.1 RESIDUAL RISKS OF A MECHANICAL NATURE
Risk of trapping, dragging and crushing between the parts mentioned in section 5.2.1, item A, and in
particular between the thicknessing rollers. There is a possibility (even if very remote) that a person may be able to
reach the danger zones concerned through the gap between guard and the conveyor belt before its safety micro
switch trips and stops the machine.
Avoid any temptation to access the rollers through this gap. There is no reasonably foreseeable reason to do so
and one would be exposed unnecessarily to serious risks to his/her safety.
There would be a similar risk if you were to raise a guard and with a quick movement of the arm attempt to reach
the dangerous components (in particular the thicknessing rollers). The maximum permitted stopping time is one
second and as already mentioned, this requirement is verified by Flamic on the new machine before it is shipped.
However, this time limit does not totally rule out the possibility that the dangerous parts cannot be reached before
they come to a stop.
For this reason, it is strictly prohibited and without exception even to attempt to reach the hazardous
moving parts, even whilst they are stopping.
Risk of trapping, dragging and crushing between the lower roller and lower scrapers, in the event that
someone were to attempt to reach them from underneath the benches. The risk is very low because there is no
reasonably foreseeable reason why anyone would want to place their hands in the danger zone from underneath
the tables. If, however, for any reason it is necessary to do so, the machine must be switched off beforehand (turn
main power switch to O - OFF) and remove the plug from the power outlet (leave it in a clearly visible position, as
already mentioned several times).
Risk of trapping, dragging and crushing between the parts mentioned in section 5.2.1, item C. A minimal
residual risk remains due to the fact that the conveyor belt is not rigid and it is anyway possible to insert your
fingers into the danger zone. To reduce the risk further, avoid placing your hands close to the sides of the
conveyor rollers. In addition, wear only tight-fitting clothes, without loose parts. Never wear jackets, open shirts
etc. or jewellery (rings, bracelets, necklaces, etc.) to avoid them becoming trapped between the roller and the
conveyor belt. Long hair should be collected (e.g. in a cap).
5.2.4.2 RESIDUAL RISKS DUE TO THE MACHINE TIPPING OVER
Risk of crushing and severe bruising if the machine were to tip over.
Although the machine has successfully passed the required stability tests, a residual tipping risk remains whilst it is
being moved on its wheels. To further reduce this risk, one must make sure that there are no obstacles along the
route that the machine will take that could cause the machine to become unstable, tip and fall over. This applies
especially when the benches are in the raised position because the centre of gravity is significantly higher than
when the benches are in the working position.
We remind you that you should not move the machine on its wheels with the tables folded.
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