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OPERATION MANUAL
DO NOT
q Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report suspect machinery.
q Do not use a panbrake for bending metal that is beyond its capacity for thickness, or type.
q Do not attempt to bend rod, wire, strap or spring steel sheets.
q Do not remove the guards in front of the machine under any circumstances while the
machine is in an operational mode.
q Do not operate the machine without proper adjustment according to sheet thickness.
q Do not bend material which has been welded or deformed.
q Do not use clamp ngers which are excessively damaged.
2.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Cont.
q Use the right tool for the job
q Identify possible pinch point hazards in your work area
q Concentrate on objects that move or are capable of moving.
q
Ask yourself, “What will happen if this moves? Will I be in
the path of that movement?”
q Be aware of pinch points created by objects that move and
come into direct or close contact with xed objects
q Be on guard whenever you put your hands, ngers, toes, or
feet “between” anything.
q Discuss and point out pinch point hazards as part of your
risk assessment.
q 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 shas. Never reach
into a moving machine. e machine must always be properly maintained. Always use the machine
tool guards provided with your equipment. ey 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
q Shut o the machine completely before any repair work is carried out.
q Disconnect and tag the power supply if not required while doing maintenance
q e machine is to be serviced and/or be repaired only by the authorized personnel
Instructions Manual for PB-460 (S581B)