18 Safety
Sure Sort™ Operator Manual
OPEX Corporation
Machine Maintenance - Machine maintenance, particular operations, and all
adjustments, whether mechanical or electrical, shall be carried out by persons
authorized to do so in accordance with a safe system of work.
Do not attempt to clean the machine while it is running - A cloth (or similar
material) should never be used to clean moving parts such as belts or rollers.
The use of such material on moving mechanisms can result in damage to the
machine or severe personal injury. If a belt, roller, gate or similar part needs to
be cleaned, hand-crank the part during cleaning or clean it while stationary.
Do not use flammable, high pressure, “canned air” to clean dust and debris
from the machine.
Familiarize yourself with the location(s) of machine Emergency Stop switches -
The E-Stop switches enable a quick stop of all motors in the machine, in the
event of an emergency involving potential personnel injury. Note that the E-
Stops should not be used for normal stopping. For more on proper operations
of the machine, refer to “Operation” on page 111
.
Machine access - Keep all areas around the machine clear of obstacles.
Keep away from children - This equipment is not suitable for use in locations
where children are likely to be present.