Additional Safety For Pan & Box Brakes - Grizzly T10718 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Pan & Box Brakes
CRUSHING & AMPUTATION INJURIES. The
brake can quickly crush or amputate fingers,
hands, or body parts. Never place fingers, hands,
or body parts between or near the clamping fin-
gers and bending blocks during operation.
SECURING BRAKE. Before using, secure the
brake to the floor so it can support the weight and
dynamic forces involved in bending sheet metal.
Otherwise, the brake may unexpectedly move
or tip during operation, causing serious injury or
property damage.
TOOLS IN POOR CONDITION. Using this tool
with loose hardware or damaged components
could result in sudden, unexpected movements
during use. Inspect the brake for cracked compo-
nents, damaged linkage, levers, or loose fasten-
ers. Correct any problems before use.
LEAVING UNATTENDED. To reduce the risk of
crushing or amputation injuries with children or
visitors, lower the clamping leaf and lock the foot
pedal down when not in use.
METAL EDGES. Sharp edges on sheet metal can
result in severe cuts. Always wear leather gloves
and chamfer/de-burr sharp sheet metal edges.
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents
are frequently caused by lack of familiarity
or failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-
cautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-
ous personal injury may occur.
Model T10718 (Mfg. Since 1/13)
COMFORTABLE BODY POSITION. The required
body motion to operate the brake can result in
operator injury over time if proper ergonomics are
not used during operation. Always keep your body
centered with the machine and your back straight
when using the foot pedal.
HEATING METAL. Heating the workpiece with a
torch or welding it while clamped in the brake may
weaken the fingers, blocks, and frame. Do not use
a torch, welder, or other similar heating tool near
the brake.
CAPACITY. Exceeding the capacity of the brake
may result in sudden breakage that ejects danger-
ous metal debris at the operator or bystanders, or
causes machine damage. Only use sheet metal
that is within the rated capacity of this brake (refer
to the Machine Data Sheet on Page 4).
FOOTING. This brake requires you to apply mod-
erate force to the foot pedal while bending. If your
foot slips, you could fall down and be injured.
Always stand with one foot comfortably on the
floor during operation. Never use both feet on
the foot pedal or jump on it. Never have one foot
under the foot pedal during operation.
No list of safety guidelines can be com-
plete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies
to your individual working conditions. Use
this and other machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equip-
ment, or poor work results.
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