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PCB Engraver Operator Manual
2: Safety Features Overview and Precautions
Safety Features Overview.
The following safety features are standard on your Router Emergency stop button.
• Manuallyoperated,totallyenclosedcabinet,doorwithguardswitch.
• Option on control software to check CNC programs using toolpath graphics, prior to
machining.
• Automatic tool retraction and spindle stop for tool changing.
Safety Precautions.
Safety is very important when working with all forms of machinery but particularly when
working with CNC equipment, due to the hazardous voltages, speeds and forces that exist in
the hardware. Follow the rules below at all times, when using your Router.
General Safety Precautions :
• Wear clothing suitable for machine operation and follow the safe working procedures in
place at your establishment. When cleaning down machine, or handling tooling, consider
additional protective clothing such as respitory masks, eye protection, gloves and overalls.
• Do not place any objects so that they interfere with the guards or the operation of the
machine.
• Never try to clean the machine if any part of it is rotating or in motion.
• Always secure the work on the table or in a fixture or vice.
• Ensure that the correct cable for the power source is used.
• Ensure the mains power is switched off (and preferably unplugged) before starting any
maintenance work on the machine. Depending on ancillary equipment supplied with
machine there may be more than one power supply to the machine. When isolating
machine always ensure that all power sources have been disconnected. Post a notice
informing others not to use the machine since it is undergoing maintenance.
• Hazardous voltages can still exist immediately after switching the machine off. Always wait
at least 5 minutes before accessing the CNC machine electronics.
• If power fails turn off the mains power switch immediately and unplug the machine from the
mains power socket.
• Service the required areas at the intervals specified in this manual (see the Maintenance
section for further details).
• Observe caution when handling machine tooling or cleaning down machine, particularly
with regard to hot and/or sharp cutters. Consider wearing protective gloves.
• When an emergency stop is required, press the circular red emergency stop button, located
on the right side of the CNC machine front panel.
• If laser scanner fitted do not stare into laser beam. Refer to Scanner instruction manual for
all aspects of safe use of laser.
• Visually check door and window for signs of cracks or chips.Any damage should be
reported immediately to Denford and a suitable replacement obtained without delay.
• Regularly check door hinges for correct tension and adjust or replace if necessary.
