MAHLE RTI BRC440 - Manual (Page 4)

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2 Safety
A. Avoid a major injury because of an unexpected start-up!
Be sure that the BRC is not plugged in and supplied with electrical power when the lathe in not
operating. This is particularly important when mounting the unit and performing the
compensation adjustments. In addition, the BRC has an Emergency Stop button on the spindle
drive motor
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B. Avoid a major injury from rotating machinery!
The BRC has a spindle motor with a great deal of power and torque. Do not wear loose clothing
that could be entangled in the rotating parts. Be sure that long hair is properly secured so that
it can not be entangled in the rotating parts. Do not place any part of your body near the
rotating parts of the BRC when in operation. Always be aware of the location of the Emergency
Stop button so that the lathe can be stopped immediately.
C. Protect your eyes!
Small metal chips fly off the rotor during machining. Be sure to wear safety glasses at all times
when the BRC is in operation. Use the same safety glasses that are required when grinding
metal.
D. Avoid possible electrical shock or unsafe operation!
Like any electrical appliance, never operate the BRC when it is wet, or when you are standing
in water. Be sure the receptacle for the electrical plug is a three prong grounded type, that it
is the correct voltage for the BRC (110V, 60Hz in the North America), that it is protected by a
fuse or circuit breaker with the correct rating (15 Amp maximum in North America), and that it
is protected with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
E. Avoid all fire hazards!
If for any reason the lathe spindle is jammed or locked up and stops suddenly, be sure to turn
the power off and unplug the lathe immediately, before fixing the cause of the problem.