Safety Measures To Be Taken - Bessey SBH Series User Manual

2�3 Safety measures to be taken
• The user must carefully read this manual and be familiar with the safety standards in the
work practice.
• Follow the instructions in the manual at all times.
• Check the connection voltage against the rating plate on the unit. If the power cord does
not have one, make sure it is fitted with the proper plug. This must be fitted by a
qualified electrician.
• Never use or store an induction heater in a damp environment.
• Only use Bessey induction heaters indoors.
• If using a mobile version; always lock the castors when not moving the device.
• If the heater is equipped with extendable horizontal supports, always secure them with
the appropriate locking pin, both in the fully retracted and in the fully extended position.
• Use suitable lifting equipment according to the weight of the crossbar or component.
• Never use a metal strap to support workpieces or suspend them in the magnetic field.
High currents could start running through the strap, causing it to heat up.
• Do not hold metal objects near crossbar and poles.
• Whilst heating, observe a minimum distance of 1 metre from the heater.
• Never remove the induction crossbar during heating.
• Do not modify the heater. Never use home-made crossbars.
• Always check that the induction crossbar is positioned correctly against the poles, so
excessive vibration cannot cause personal injury or damage to the device.
• Do not switch on the heater until the core is closed with a crossbar.
• In the event that smoke or vapor is emitted from the workpiece during heating, ensure that
there is extraction or sufficient ventilation in the workshop. Do not inhale vapours or fumes!
Hazard area
The hazard area of the heating device can represent a danger of death.
DANGER!
Danger of heart stoppage in persons fitted with a pacemaker due to the strong
electromagnetic field. Ensure that persons fitted with a pacemaker remain
outside the hazard area of the heating device. Erect barriers and attach clearly
visible warning signs, Figure 1.
WARNING!
Danger of death for persons with artificial heart valves made from metal,
hazard of severe burns due to heating of implants by the electromagnetic field,
see chapter 2.2. Ensure that persons with a ferromagnetic implant remain
outside the hazard area of the heating device. Erect barriers and attach clearly
visible warning signs, Figure 1.
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