Hypertherm MicroEDGE Pro Shape Cutting Control Rev.2 - Manual (Page 12)

S-2 Hypertherm
Safety
03/10
DANgER WARNINg CAUtIoN
Hypertherm uses American National Standards Institute
guidelines for safety signal words and symbols. A signal
word DANGER or WARNING is used with a safety
symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
• DANGER and WARNING safety labels are located
on your machine near specific hazards.
• DANGER safety messages precede related
instructions in the manual that will result in serious
injury or death if not followed correctly.
• WARNING safety messages precede related
instructions in this manual that may result in injury
or death if not followed correctly.
• CAUTION safety messages precede related
instructions in this manual that may result in
minor injury or damage to equipment if not
followed correctly.
ELECtRICAL HAzARDS
• Only trained and authorized personnel may open this
equipment.
• If the equipment is permanently connected, turn it off,
and lock out/tag out power before the enclosure is
opened.
• If power is supplied to the equipment with a cord,
unplug the unit before the enclosure is opened.
• Lockable disconnects or lockable plug covers must
be provided by others.
• Wait 5 minutes after removal of power before
entering the enclosure to allow stored energy to
discharge.
• If the equipment must have power when the
enclosure is open for servicing, arc flash explosion
hazards may exist. Follow ALL local requirements
(NFPA 70E in the USA) for safe work practices and
for Personal Protective Equipment when servicing
energized equipment.
• The enclosure shall be closed and the proper earth
ground continuity to the enclosure verified prior to
operating the equipment after moving, opening, or
servicing.
• Always follow these instructions for disconnecting
power before inspecting or changing torch
consumable parts.
RECogNIzE SAfEty
INfoRMAtIoN
The symbols shown in this section are used to identify
potential hazards. When you see a safety symbol in this
manual or on your machine, understand the potential
for personal injury, and follow the related instructions
to avoid the hazard.
foLLoW SAfEty
INStRUCtIoNS
Read carefully all safety messages in this manual and
safety labels on your machine.
• Keep the safety labels on your machine in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged labels
immediately.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use
the controls properly. Do not let anyone operate it
without instruction.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may affect
safety and machine service life.