Additional Safety For Pan And Box Brakes - Grizzly G0556 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Pan and Box Brakes

1. OVERLOADING PAN AND BOX BRAKE.
Overloading this tool can cause injury from
flying parts. Do not exceed the capacities
specified on Page 8.
2. USAGE. Do not use this pan and box brake
as a press or a lever-operated crushing
tool. Never use this machine without fully
understanding its limitations.
3. METAL EDGES. Always chamfer and de-
burr sharp sheet metal edges before bend-
ing in the pan and box brake. Sharp edges
on sheet metal can cut your fingers to the
bone.
4. PINCHING. Always keep hands away from
the clamping leaf. This area presents a
severe pinching hazard.
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents are
frequently caused by lack of familiarity or
failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-
cautions are overlooked or ignored, serious
personal injury may occur.
Model G0556/G0557 (Mfg. since 10/04)
5. GLOVES AND GLASSES. Always wear
leather gloves and approved safety glasses
when using this tool.
6. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties per-
forming the intended operation, STOP using
the tool and contact our Technical Support at
(570) 546-9663, or ask a qualified expert how
the operation should be performed.
7. TOOLS IN POOR CONDITION. Inspect the
pan and box brake for any cracked linkage,
levers, or loose fasteners. Correct any prob-
lems before use.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete.
Every shop environment is different. Always
consider safety first, as it applies to your
individual working conditions. Use this and
other machinery with caution and respect.
Failure to do so could result in serious per-
sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor
work results.
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