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Safety guidelines
• Before operating, ensure you have a thorough understanding of the equipment.
Carefully review the provided instruction manual for complete guidance.
• Understand the proper, safe usage and limitations of the equipment.
• Never use this equipment for any purpose other than its intended use.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
• Do not make adjustments or perform maintenance while the system is in
operation or energized.
• Non-Flammable Cleaning: Refrain from cleaning the equipment with flammable
solvents.
• Extruder Vent Precautions:
Avoid probing into the barrel pallet feed section while the machine is running.
Never use a metal probe in the barrel pallet feed section; a wooden probe is
recommended.
• Personal Protective Gear:
Wear a face shield and heat insulated gloves while operating or being near the
extruder during operation. These protective items are also necessary when
adjusting the die or cleaning the screw. The extruder temperatures are extremely
high, and not using protective gear may lead to serious injury.
• Hopper Installation:
The feed hopper must be installed on the extruder feed section at all times when
in operation.
• Material Removal Safety:
Never put your hands into the feed section or vent to remove material.
• Motor Activation:
Only switch on the motor when the recommended temperature has been
reached.
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