General considerations – Dukane Ultrasonic Generator 403-575-00 User Manual
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Proper Installation
- Operate system components only
after they are properly installed.
No Unauthorized Modifications
- Do not modify your
system in any way unless authorized to do so by Dukane
Corporation. Unauthorized modifications could cause
equipment damage and/or injury to the operator. In ad-
dition, unauthorized modifications will void equipment
warranty.
Keep the Cover On
- Do not remove any equipment
cover unless directed to do so by Dukane Corporation. The
generator produces hazardous electrical voltages which
could cause injury.
Grounded Electrical Power
- Operate this equipment
only with a grounded electrical connection.
See Electrical Safety for grounding instructions, Page 9.
Comply with Regulations
- You may be required to add
accessories to bring the system into compliance with
applicable regulations (OSHA in the USA) for machine
guarding and noise exposure.
Use Eye Protection
- Wear ANSI approved safety impact
goggles.
Acoustic Stack Hazard
- When an acoustic stack (trans-
ducer, booster, horn and tip) is energized by the ultrasound
signal, it presents a potential hazard. Stay clear of an
energized stack.
System Abort Switch
- Install a system abort switch at
each operator station when ultrasonic plastic assembly
equipment is used with automatic material handling equip-
ment in an automated system.
Foot Switch
- Using a foot switch in place of the optical
touch finger switches (activation switches) violates OSHA
regulations.
NOTE
These recommendations apply to the
welding system. System in this manual
refers to a complete group of components
associated with the welding of parts, also
known as an ultrasonic assembly system.
A typical iQ Series System consists of
the iQ generator, a press with thruster,
switches, controls, cables, transducer,
booster, horn, and fixture,
and iQ Explorer
software
.
CAUTION
At some time you may be asked to
remove equipment covers by the
Dukane Service Dept. personnel.
Before doing so, disconnect the
unit electrically from the incoming line AC
power. If the unit is a press/thruster, lock the
Air Lockout Valve, located on the rear panel,
in its closed position.
General Considerations
Continued
Please observe these health and safety recommenda-
tions
for safe, efficient, and injury-free operation of your
equipment.
WARNING
Never operate the genera-
tor with the cover off . This
is an unsafe practice and
may cause injury .
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Dukane Manual Part No. 403-575-00
Section 2 - Health and Safety