Operating Safety; Prepare For Emergencies; Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe) - Norwood The Grain Handler 8 Operator's Manual

Operating Safety

1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety
decals before using.
2. Electric motor drives: Disconnect and disable electrical
supply completely and wait for all moving parts to stop
before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging any
area of the machine.
3. Clear the area of bystanders, especially children, before
starting.
4. Do not enter bin unless motor is OFF and the power locked
out at the master panel. Keep others out.
5. Be familiar with the machine hazard area. If anyone enters
hazard area, shut down machine immediately. Clear the area
before restarting.
6. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/
or rotating parts.
7. DO NOT step on or touch moving Power Sweep auger flight-
ing.
8. Have a qualified electrician provide power to the unit.
9. Do not operate machine when any guards are removed.
10. Stage the equipment away from overhead obstructions and
power lines during operation and transporting. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact.

Prepare for Emergencies

911
Be prepared if a fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear personal protective equipment. This list Includes but
is not limited to:
• A hard hat.
• Protective shoes with slip resistant shoes.
• Safety glasses or goggles.
• Heavy gloves.
• Hearing protection.
• Respirator. (Make sure that it is an approved toxic dust
respirator.)
• Protective clothing
• A face shield (when grinding).
• Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working
at elevations greater than six feet (6').
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up.
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