Gullco KR-200-L - Manual (Page 3)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Although the Gullco "Kamel" Turning Rolls and Idler Rolls are manufactured for safe and
dependable operation, it is impossible to anticipate those combinations of circumstances, which
could result in an accident. An operator of this equipment is cautioned to always practice "Safety
First" during each phase of operation, setup and maintenance.
Read and understand the whole operation manual (including the supplementary GSP-1000 control
manual, “GD-042”) before operating or performing service of this equipment. Become familiar with
the machines operation, applications and limitations. Keep the operation manual in a clean and
readily available location.
This equipment is normally used to automate / semi-automate welding or cutting processes. These
processes usually have any combination of the following; bright and hot arcs, flying sparks, fumes,
ultraviolet and infrared radiated energy, hot work-pieces, compressed gases, etc.. The onus is on
the operator of this equipment to know, understand and follow all the safety precautions associated
with the process being used.
A careless operator invites troubles, and failure to follow safety practices may cause serious injury
or even death. Important safety precautions are given in the following:
Electrical Shock Prevention
¾ Do not use this equipment in damp or wet locations.
¾ Do not expose this equipment to rain.
¾ Do not touch electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing.
¾ Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
¾ Never carry this equipment by the cables or pull the cables to disconnect from the
receptacle.
¾ Keep all cables from heat, oil and sharp edges.
¾ Inspect all cables periodically and replace if damaged.
¾ Inspect the security of all cables periodically and repair if loose.
¾ Disconnect the power cord when not in use.
¾ Disconnect the power cord positively to prevent electrical shock before repair and service
of the equipment.
Bodily Injury Prevention
¾ Do not wear loose clothing, jewellery or loose, long hair, which may get caught into
automatic systems or moving parts.
¾ Keep equipment (especially lifting handles) dry, clean and free from oil & grease.
¾ Never set the "Kamel" roll to run unattended, as any misalignment between the turning roll
and idler roll(s) will result in the pipe being propelled along its axis of rotation and may fall of
the rolls.
¾ Keep hands away from the tired wheels and work-piece when it is in motion, or when there
is the slightest possibility of motion.
¾ Wherever possible, avoid mounting devices, etc., that protrude from the rotating mass, and
pose possible pinch-points.
¾ Make certain that work-piece protrusions will not strike the floor, roll frame, tired wheels or
other object during rotation. Be sure that the tired wheels have a smooth, unobstructed
clear path to roll on.
¾ There should only ever be one (1) operator working at the machine at any given time.
¾ Do not operate this equipment if drowsy from medication or fatigue.
¾ Only lift the machine using adopted safe lifting standards and practices.