Chapter 4. Safety Standards; Warnings; Individual Protection Devices - Minipack-Torre Pratika 56 Anweisungen Zur Bedienung Und Wartung

Chapter 4. Safety standards

4.1. Warnings

It is extremely important to read this entire chapter as it contains important information regarding risks that personnel
are subject to in the event of incorrect use of the machine. These basic standards must be observed as well as specific
standards applicable in the country of installation.
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The machine must be installed by trained and authorised technicians.
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This machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the machine.
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Never use the machine for purposes other than as specified in the sales contract.
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Never allow unauthorised personnel to perform repairs or other operations on the machinery.
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The operator must be familiar with all warnings related to the tasks in hand and always be informed by the head of
the site regarding risks.
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Ensure that all clothing is tight fitting, with particular reference to cuffs or other loose clothing.
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Ensure that all operating areas and transit zones are kept clear, clean and adequately lit at all times.
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Eliminate all safety hazard conditions before using the machine and always notify the head personnel of any
malfunction.
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Never use the machine in the event of fault.
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Never tamper with safety devices or circuits.
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Never perform modifications on the machine without prior authorisation from the manufacturer.
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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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The electrical enclosure must remain closed during operation.
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The key to open the electrical enclosure must be kept by a specialised and authorised member of personnel.
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Smoking is forbidden while the machine is operating!
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Never performs maintenance and/or adjustments to the machine during operation. Guards may only be
disassembled by suitably trained and qualified maintenance engineers.
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Never operate the machine without all guards fitted. Ensure correct position of all guards before resuming normal
operation.
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The manufacturer declines all liability for damage or phisical injury caused by failure to observe safety standards.
CAUTION!
This machine is NOT designed for explosion-proof applications; it is a standard model and therefore must
never be installed or operated in zones subject to the risk of explosion.

4.2. Individual protection devices

Wear safety shoes that protect feet from impacts, crushing and compression while moving or handling the
machine.
Wear safety gloves that protect the hands from crushing and mechanical hazards and while moving or
handling the machine.
Wear safety gloves that protect the hands against cutting risks while changing the sealing blades.
Wear safety gloves that protect the hands against the specific risks associated with the materials to be
packed (mechanical, chemical) and against coming into contact with the high temperatures present on the
seals and/or sealing blade (up to 200°C).
Wear safety gloves that prevent the hands from coming into contact with foodstuffs when
packaging them.
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