Quantum Q SM 150 Operating Manual - Quantum
©
2004
GB
Page 10
Bench grinder
QSM
Version 1.1
29 June 2005
Safety
quantum
M A S C H I N E N - G E R M A N Y
1.9
Safety during operation
This operation manual will alert you to actual danger involved in operating the bench grinder.
WARNING!
Prior to activating the bench grinder please double-check whether this will
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not lead to any danger with respect to people,
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will not cause any damage to equipment.
Avoid unsafe working practises:
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Check that no one can be endangered as a result of the work to be initiated.
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The instructions in this manual must be observed during assembly, handling, maintenance
and repair.
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Do not work on the grinder if your concentration is reduced, for example, because you are
taking medication.
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Observe the rules for preventing accidents issued by your association for the prevention of
occupational accidents and safety in the workplace or other inspection authorities.
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Inform the inspector of any danger or failure.
WARNING!
Danger of fire and explosion from emission of sparks.
Do not operate the bench grinder close to flammable or explosive substances.
1.10
Safety during maintenance
Report and
document
any changes
Inform operators timely on maintenance and repair work.
Report all safety relevant changes or performance details of the bench grinder. Document all
changes, have the operation manual changed accordingly and train the machine operators.
1.10.1
Disconnecting the bench grinder and making it safe
Unplug the machine from the mains before beginning any maintenance or repair work.
Check that all machine components and hazardous voltages have been disconnected.
Place a warning sign on the machine:
WARNING!
Before reconnecting the plug to the mains, make sure
that the bench grinder's power (I / O) switch is in the OFF
(O) position.
Illustr.1-3: Power (I / O) switch