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EAR PROTECTION may be required when operating the
machine during granulation of very hard/noisy materials. The
Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 has established
guidelines for Permissible Noise Exposures (OSHA 1910.95)
that should be followed.
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NEVER attempt to operate the granulator unless it is fully
assembled with all guards and interlocks in place and
functional.
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OBSERVE all danger, warning, caution and safety labels on
the equipment.
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Upon completion of any machine maintenance, be certain ALL
SAFETY GUARDS AND COVERS are securely and
properly fastened prior to resuming machine operation. All
fasteners must be in place and properly tightened. ANY
SHORTCUTS MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO
PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
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NEVER wear any loose fitting clothes, neckties, or dangling
items such as earrings, belts or shoestrings. Jewelry such as
wristwatches, bracelets, or rings should NEVER be worn.
Long hair must be tied back or placed in a tight fitting hairnet.
NEVER lean against or rest hands/feet on the granulator when
it is in operation or open for maintenance. NEVER stand on
the granulator when it is in operation.
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ROTATION OF MOTORS: All rotating items in the
granulator are clearly marked on the machine. Always check
for proper rotation of motors.
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ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: All electrical equipment on
the granulator must be grounded in accordance to all local
codes and Article 250 of the National Electric Code.
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ALWAYS DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT THE MAIN
ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE GRANULATOR BEFORE
PERFORMING ANY SERVICE.
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SAFETY INTERLOCKS MUST NOT BE BYPASSED.
The mechanical and electrical safety interlocks ensure the
safety of personnel. They should never be tampered with or
removed for ANY reason. They should be checked frequently
by a qualified mechanic for proper operation.
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NEVER modify the machine configuration or any individual
component without written consent from Cumberland
Engineering Corp.