EX-TRACK
®
Operator Manual, Revision T-1 13
1.1.3. Safety precautions prior to handling and operation
1. Read and understand the content of this instruction manual before operating the system.
2. Before connecting the external power supply to the system, ensure that the system ON/OFF
switch is set to OFF.
3. Before operating, check to confirm correct installation, ensure that the movement of the
mechanism is unrestricted.
4. Prior to operating the system, check the work area for hazards in order to avoid accidents
5. Never move or reposition the system when in use, there is a serious risk of injury from Oxy
fuel flame and plasma arc stream.
6. Keep the rail clean and free from debris, failure to do so can result in damage to the system,
and the machine-guiding track, thus affecting the cut quality.
7. Care should be taken to prevent objects impacting/colliding with the track.
8. Prior to powering up the system, ensure that the OFF Line button is depressed (OFF position).
When the system ON/OFF switch is in the ON position, the OFF Line button should NOT be
illuminated. Failure to do so can result in injury.
9. To reduce the risk of an accident, prohibit the touching of moving parts while the system is
running.
10. DO NOT use the EX-TRACK
®
for welding purposes the circuit boards will suffer catastrophic
damage!
11. Do not operate the system during an earthquake.
12. Ensure correct connection of the oxygen and fuel gas hoses. Gas fittings/connections are
screw threaded; ensure they are correctly tightened to prevent them becoming loose during
operation.
13. If running the system in oxy fuel mode: when checking the running of system (dry run), ensure
that the preheat oxygen valve and the fuel gas valve are in the OFF position.
14. After cutting, the cutting nozzle, torch and mountings may be hot, wear gloves if handling
these parts.
15. Prevent the power cable and hoses from being trapped or crushed, ensure their free
movement.
16. The EX-TRACK
®
system is not designed for use where it is mounted on soft ground or
unstable surfaces.
17. Do not leave the system unattended when in use.
18. Hoses should be supported to reduce the risk of accidents/injury.
19. When a fuse frequently blows, to prevent damage to the system or injury to the operator, stop
all use, the cause for the fuse failure requires investigation/repair before commencing work
with the system.
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