Instruction Manual

Safety 2-1
2 Safety
2.1 Overview
This section is intended to provide basic safety information necessary for operating and servicing the
MH-900. The MH-900 is attached to and electronically connected to production equipment systems.
Therefore, safety precautions pertaining to the production system equipment must also be adhered to
when operating or servicing the MH-900. This section covers the following topics:
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Equipment Usage
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Emergency Shutdown
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Basic Safety Precautions and Practices
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Integrated Safety Systems
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Disposal
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Service Shutdown
• Earthquake Precautions
• Lockout/Tagout of Electrical and Pneumatic
Energy
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Safety Warning Labels
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Decommissioning Procedures
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Residual Safety Risks
To further optimize safe MH-900 operation, precautions and recommended practices are included with
the procedures throughout this manual.
WARNING! CAUTION!
Unsafe equipment conditions can result in personal injury or property damage.
Failure to properly operate and maintain the system in accordance with this
manual could cause serious injury to the user or damage to the MH-900.
 NOTE Safety is considered a joint responsibility between the original equipment manufacturer
(Nordson ASYMTEK) and the end-user (owner). All safety precautions and practices
should be in accordance with local regulations and facility practice.
2.2 Equipment Usage
2.2.1 Intended Use
Use of Nordson ASYMTEK equipment in ways other than those described in the documentation supplied
with the equipment may result in injury to persons or damage to property.
2.2.2 Misuse
Some examples of misuse of the equipment include:
• Using incompatible materials
• Making unauthorized modifications
• Removing or bypassing safety guards or interlocks
• Using incompatible or damaged parts
• Using unapproved auxiliary equipment
• Operating equipment in excess of maximum ratings