Operation and control
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5-4
5.3
Switching on the gantry press
● Insert the mains plug into the designated socket
Switch on the power supply for the gantry
press using the main switch (1).
Fig. 5-3: Switch-on
5.3.1
Starting the gantry press in automatic mode:
Danger!
Life-threatening injuries during operation of the gantry press!
Automatic sequences of movement by the gantry press during
operation can cause life-threatening crush injuries.
Before operating the gantry press, the operator is obliged to check
that all protective equipment has been installed and is functioning!
● Press Start button (2) to start press cycle.
5.3.2
Starting the gantry press in manual mode:
● Press the two buttons for two-handed control within 0.5 s.
● Press and hold the button during manual mode. Movement is stopped when the
button is released.
5.4
Gantry press operation
5.4.1
Preparing the press chamber
● Open the press chamber door
● Move the ejector plate upwards using the two-handed control MANUAL MODE
and LIFT SHIELD buttons.