Robert Sorby ProEdge - Residual Hazards

6
RESIDUAL HAZARDS
1.Frictionandabrasionarisingfromcontactwiththebeltsurfaceatthepointwhereitis 
 exposedforuse.
Precaution - no further enclosure is deemed to be practicable and therefore the appropriate
guides should be used when completing the sharpening operation and, furthermore, care
should be exercised by adopting safe working practice.
2.Trappointin-betweenthebeltandpulley.
Precaution - x side guard in position on delivery. This must always be replaced prior to use
whenever belts are changed.
During the belt changing operation, the machine should be disconnected from the electrical
supply with full isolation being retained until the guard is axed.
The moulded plastic retaining nuts must always be replaced prior to usage.
3.Machinesmovingortopplingoverduringusage.
Precaution - secure the machine to the workbench utilising the four holes in the base plate.
4.Ejectionhazards.Smallparticlesmaybeejectedfromthebeltandthetoolduringthe
 sharpeningoperationorintheunlikelyeventofthebeltbreakingduringusage.
Precaution - wear suitable approved eye protection during usage.
5.Entanglementwithbungandpolishingattachments.Precaution-removejewelleryand
 watchesandavoidlooseclothing.
6.Inhalationofdustarisingfromtheabrasivecoatingonthebeltandthetoolbeingsharpened.
Precautions - the normal usage of the ProEdge is such that it is highly unlikely that the dust
hazard would become a health risk. Not withstanding this, repeated and consistent use may
lead to signicant volumes of dust arising and it is therefore recommended that for high levels
of usage, the machines should be connected to an appropriate local exhaust ventilation system
(LEV) via the port at the bottom of the existing enclosure guard. Should the machine not be
tted to LEV, an appropriate cover plate should be tted over the aperture. Suitable EC
approved (or equivalent) respiratory protection (dust mask) should be worn when grinding
tools.
7.Manualhandling-eachProEdgeweighsapproximately31lbs(14kg).
 Precaution-Careshouldbeexercisedwhenlifting.