Sedgwick TA315 - Warning Labels

TA Operation/Maintenance Instructions Page 19 of 36
Thickness
Thin workpieces generally vibrate more
increasing the noise level.
Length
Long workpieces transmit noise away
from the cutting area towards the
operator.
Tooling
Width of Blade
This affects the windage noise and
increases roughly in proportion to the
width of cut.
Blade Sharpness
Dull and worn blades exert more force
on the timber thus creating more noise.
Balance
Out of balance blades mean vibration
and changes in cutting conditions,
resulting in increased noise levels.
Extraction
Air Velocity/ System Design
Resonant conditions can lead to high
noise levels, excessive turbulence and
chip impact can increase noise levels
substantially
8.2 Warning Labels
The warning label fixed to the machine gives the following advice. Please ensure that all
operators read it carefully.
Ensure that you fully understand the manufacturer’s
instruction manual and have received sufficient training in
the use of this machine and the particular safety
precautions to be observed.
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE ENSURE THAT:
1. All guards and fences are securely fitted and correctly
set in accordance with the current regulations.
2. Tooling is of the correct type, sharpness, and direction of
cut and is securely fastened.
3. Correct spindle speed and feed is selected (for the cutter
equipment) where appropriate.
4. Loose clothing is either removed or fastened and
jewellery removed.
5. Suitable jigs and push sticks are available for use where
appropriate.
6. The working area is well lit, clean and unobstructed.
7. Extraction equipment where appropriate is switched on,
properly adjusted and working efficiently.
DURING MACHINING:
1. Wear suitable protective equipment where necessary,
e.g. goggles, ear defenders and dust mask.
2. Ensure all moving parts of the machine are stationary
before setting, cleaning or making any adjustments.
3. Ensure all power sources are isolated before any
maintenance work commences.