Understanding risks of machinery, Basic machine safety – Southbend ROTARY TABLE SB User Manual
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SB1363-64/SB1367-68
Mfg. Since 10/09
S A F E T Y
Understanding Risks of Machinery
Operating all machinery and machining equipment can be dangerous or
relatively safe depending on how it is installed and maintained, and the
operator's experience, common sense, risk awareness, working conditions, and
use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, respirators, etc.).
The owner of this machinery or equipment is ultimately responsible for its safe
use. This responsibility includes proper installation in a safe environment,
personnel training and usage authorization, regular inspection and
maintenance, manual availability and comprehension, application of safety
devices, integrity of cutting tools or accessories, and the usage of approved
personal protective equipment by all operators and bystanders.
The manufacturer of this machinery or equipment will not be held
liable for injury or property damage from negligence, improper training,
machinemodifications, or misuse. Failure to read, understand, and follow the
manual and safety labels may result in serious personal injury, including
amputation, broken bones, electrocution, or death.
The signals used in this manual to identify hazard levels are defined
as follows:
Death or catastrophic harm WILL occur.
Moderate injury or fire MAY occur.
Machinery or property damage may occur.
Death or catastrophic harm COULD occur.
Basic Machine Safety
Owner’s Manual:
All machinery
and machining equipment presents
serious injury hazards to untrained
users. To reduce the risk of injury,
anyone who uses THIS item MUST
read and understand this entire
manual before starting.
Properly Functioning Equipment:
Poorly maintained, damaged, or
malfunctioning equipment has
higher risks of causing serious
personal injury compared to those
that are properly maintained. To
reduce this risk, always maintain
this item to the highest standards
and promptly repair/service
a damaged or malfunctioning
component. Always follow the
maintenance instructions included in
this documentation.
Entanglement: Loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, jewelry or long hair may
get caught in moving parts, causing
entanglement, amputation, crushing,
or strangulation. Reduce this risk
by removing/securing these items so
they cannot contact moving parts.
Trained/Supervised Operators Only:
Untrained users can seriously injure
themselves or bystanders. Only allow
trained and properly supervised
personnel to operate this item. Make
sure safe operation instructions are
clearly understood. If machine is
electrically powered, use padlocks
and master switches, or remove start
switch keys to prevent unauthorized
use or accidental starting. If machine
cannot be locked out, restrict access
to the shop.