Operator's Qualifi Cations; Number Of Operators; Safe Use Of The Machine Instructions; Residual Hazards - 3M MATIC A80F Instructions And Parts List

3-SAFETY (continued)
3.4 Operator's Qualifi cations
- Machine Operator
- Mechanical Maintenance Technician
- Electrical Maintenance Technician
- Manufacturer's Technician/Specialist
(See Section 3)

3.5 Number of Operators

The operations described below have been analyzed
by the manufacturer; the recommended number of
operators for each operation provides the best and
safest work performance (See Section 3).
Note: A smaller or greater number of operators
could be unsafe.
3.6 Instructions for a Safe Use of the Machine /
Defi nition of Operator's Qualifi cations
Only persons who have the skills described in the
skill levels section should be allowed to work on the
machine. It is the responsibility of the user to appoint
the operators having the appropriate skill level and
the appropriate training for each category of job
(See Section 3).

3.7 Residual Hazards

The case sealer has been designed and incorpo-
rates various safety protections which should never
be removed or disabled. Notwithstanding the safety
precautions conceived by the designers of the
machine, it is essential that the operator and service
personnel be warned that the residual hazards exist
which cannot be eliminated.
3.8 Recommendations and Measures to Prevent
Other Hazards which Cannot be Eliminated
- The operator must stay on the working position
shown in the Operation Section (Figure 12-1).
- The operator must never touch the running driving
belts or put his hands inside any cavity.
- The operator must pay attention to the blades
during the tape replacement.
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To reduce the risk associated with
mechanical and electrical hazards:
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Read, understand, and follow all safety and
operating instructions before operating or
servicing the case sealer.
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Allow only properly trained and qualifi ed
personnel to operate and service this
equipment.

3.9 Personal Safety Measures

Safety glasses, safety gloves, safety helmet, safety
shoes, air fi lters, ear muffs - None is required except
when recommended by the user.
3.10 Predictable Actions which are Incorrect and
Not Allowed
- Never try to stop/hold the box while being driven by
the belts. Only use EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON.
- Never work without the safety protections.
- Never remove or disable the safety devices.
- Only authorized personnel should be allowed
to carry out the adjustments, repairs or main-
tenance which require operation with reduced
safety protections. During such operations,
access to the machine must be restricted.
When the work is fi nished, the safety protec-
tions must immediately be reactivated.
- The cleaning and maintenance operations must be
performed after disconnecting the electric power.
- Do not modify the machine or any part of it. The man-
ufacturer will not be responsible for any modifi cations.
- Clean the machine using only dry cloths or
light detergents. Do not use solvents, petrols, etc.
- Install the machine following the suggested layouts
and drawings. The manufacturer will not be respon-
sible for damages caused by improper installation.
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