AEC OFC Series - Manual (Page 7)

Extrusion Control & Extruder Monitor Units Chapter 1: Safety 6
Chapter 1: Safety
1-1 How to Use This Manual
Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining your
extrusion control and extruder monitor unit. The purpose is to assist you in applying
efficient, proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity.
This manual covers only light corrective maintenance. No other maintenance should be
undertaken without first contacting a service engineer.
The Functional Description section outlines models covered, standard features, and safety
features. Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation, pre-
operational procedures, operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.
The Installation chapter includes required data for receiving, unpacking, inspecting, and setup
of the extrusion control and extruder monitor unit. We can also provide the assistance of a
factory-trained technician to help train your operator(s) for a nominal charge. This section
includes instructions, checks, and adjustments that should be followed before commencing
with operation of the extrusion control & extruder monitor unit. These instructions are
intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift, daily, and weekly
intervals.
The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls, in
addition to information for operating the unit safely and efficiently.
The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and
disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service. Preventive
maintenance sections are included to ensure that your extrusion control and extruder monitor
unit provides excellent, long service.
The Troubleshooting chapter serves as a guide for identification of most common problems.
Potential problems are listed, along with possible causes and related solutions.
The Appendix contains technical specifications, drawings, schematics, parts lists, and
available options. A spare parts list with part numbers specific to your machine is provided
with your shipping paperwork package. Refer to this section for a listing of spare parts for
purchase. Have your serial number and model number ready when ordering.
Safety Symbols Used in this Manual
The following safety alert symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER!
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING! WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property
damage.