Arc Flash And Electrical Safety - Opex Perfect Pick Cortex Operator's Manual

- Keep loose tools and other objects away from any
Proper Tool Usage
electrical and mechanical components of the machine. Use and maintain tools
properly, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- A cloth (or similar
Do not attempt to clean the machine while it is running
material) should never be used to clean moving parts such as belts or rollers.
The use of such material on moving mechanisms can result in damage to the
machine or severe personal injury. If a belt, roller, gate or similar part needs to
be cleaned, hand-crank the part during cleaning or clean it while stationary.
Do not use flammable, high pressure, "canned air" to clean dust and debris
from the machine.
- This equipment is not suitable for use in locations
Keep away from children
where children are likely to be present.
- Wear personal protective equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
that is appropriate to the job being performed. Requirements for personal
protective equipment such as face masks, vests, safety glasses, and gloves
may vary with the build site, depending on local code and end-user customer
safety policies.

2.1.1. Arc flash and electrical safety

The owner of this equipment is responsible for developing and maintaining
safe work policies and practices to minimize employee exposure to arc flash
and electrical shock hazards. These practices should be in accordance with
applicable workplace safety codes and should include: a) evaluation of the
equipment for arc flash and electrical shock hazards; and b) proper labeling of
the equipment to alert employees to the hazards, arc-flash boundaries, and
PPE requirements.
For more information, refer to applicable electrical safety publications of the
country or region where the equipment is operating.
refer to publication NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in
USA customers:
the Workplace
refer to CSA Z462-15, Workplace Electrical Safety
Canada customers:
refer to British Standards BS EN 50110-1:2013 Operation of
EU customers:
electrical installations- General requirements
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Perfect Pick® Cortex™ Operator Manual
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