Optimum OPTIsaw SQ-V13 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Safety Check and Operation Safety

Version 1.0.1 - 2020-9-30 7Translation of original instruction
SQ-V13 EN
SQ-V13_GB.fm
 injuries due to components or workpieces flying off at high speed,
 contact with rotating parts,
 fatal electrocution.
The metal belt saw features the following safety devices:
 Protective cover on the saw bow.
 Protective cover on the saw band guide.
The saw band of the metal band saw is provided with a protective cover. The protective cover
covers the circulating saw band on the rear side.
WARNING!
Danger of injury! The teeth of the saw band are sharp. Be especially careful when
removing the protective cover and changing the saw band.
Wear protective gloves.
1.9 Safety check
Check the metal band saw regularly. Check all safety devices
 before starting work,
 once a week (with the machine in operation) and
 after all maintenance and repair work.
1.10 Personal protective equipment
For certain work personal protective equipment is required.
 Protect your face and your eyes: Wear a safety helmet with facial protection when perform-
ing work where your face and eyes are exposed to hazards.
Wear protective gloves when handling pieces with sharp edges.
 Use safety shoes when you assemble, disassemble or transport heavy components, or
transport the metal band saw.
 Use ear protection if the noise level (emission) in the workplace exceeds 80 dB (A).
 Before starting work make sure that the required personal protective equipment is available
at the work place.
CAUTION!
Dirty or contaminated personnel protective equipment can cause illness. They must be
cleaned after each use and at least once a week.
1.11 For your own safety during operation
WARNING!
Before switching on the metal band saw, make sure that no persons are endangered and
no objects are damaged.
Avoid any unsafe work methods:
 The instructions mentioned in these operating instructions have to be strictly observed dur-
ing assembly, operation, maintenance and repair.
 Use protective glasses!
 Do not work on the metal band saw, if your concentration is reduced, for example, because
you are taking medication.
 Use the specified personal protective equipment. Ensure you wear close-fitting clothing
and, if necessary, a hairnet.
 Make sure that your operation does not create a safety hazard.
 Do not wear protective gloves when switching on the metal band saw at the handle.