Safety Guidelines - Pace Technologies MEGA-T300 Instruction Manual

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3.0 Safety Guidelines

3.1 Warning Sign
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This sign points to special safety features on the machine.
3.2 Safety Precautions
Careful attention to this instruction manual and the recommended safety guidelines is
essential for the safe operation of the MEGA-T300.
Proper operator training is required for the safe operation of the MEGA-T300. Any
unauthorized mechanical and electrical change, as well as improper operation, voids all
warranty claims. All service issues need to be reported to the manufacturer / supplier.
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Before operating, cutting chamber hood must be closed. After cutting, the safety latch
will not open for approximately 5 seconds after pressing the stop (red) button.
Use only certified cut-off wheels from a professional supplier. Improper blades selection
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voids warranty. (For appropriate blade selection, refer to the Abrasive Blade Selection
Guidelines Chart in Section 4.4)
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Disconnect power before opening the main unit.
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Replacement parts should be installed only by qualified personnel.
Securely clamp the part / sample to the working table. During cutting, consider that the
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part may pinch and cause jamming of the cut-off wheel. Use the appropriate clamping
devices to avoid this occurrence.
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Never start a cut under load.
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Make sure that the cut-off blade is rotating down and into the sample.
3.3 Emergency Statement
The MEGA-T300 abrasive cutter has been designed for cutting metallographic specimens.
DO NOT CUT oversize samples. Always follow proper operational guidelines and avoid
contact with moving parts, lubricants and abrasives. Seek appropriate medical care for
cutting injuries.
Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.
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