9-Use of Grinding Wheels and Bonded Abrasives

10-06-2008

DO:
* Read the Safety documents published by relevant bodies: FEPA Safety code, Health and Safety authorities.

* Carefully inspect the products when received for defects: damaged packages, cracks.

* Handle with care and store in an appropriate place.

* Select he product suited to the application.

* Inspect the product before mounting on the machine: visual inspection and ring test when applicable.

* Make sure the product is adapted to the machine: dimensions

* Maximum rotational frequency: Machine max. RPM shall never exceed max. RPM marked on the wheel.

* Carefully mount on the machine following machine builder instructions and wheel marking.

* Install and close all safety devices: guards, screens etc.

* Start the machine and run it idle for at least 30 seconds, with all personnel away, every time a new or used wheel is mounted.

* Operate the machine according to machine and wheel instructions.

DON'T :
* Run a wheel at a rotational frequency higher that the maximum RPM marked on the wheel or its label.

* Force the wheel on the mounting device: machine shaft, flange spigot etc.

* Modify, enlarge, wheel bore.

* Grind on the side of a wheel which is not designed for this operation.

* Abuse a wheel with too much grinding pressure, shocks etc.

* Dress the wheel with an inadequate tool.

Source:http://www.stonecontact.com

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