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Wire sawing system
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Connectable equipment
Only use the machine together with the
recommended connectable equipment (see
"Connectable equipment" in this manual).
Local safety regulations
Pay attention to the safety regulations of your
local trade associations!
1.2 Inherent dangers of wire saws
Dangers caused by electrical power units and
rotating pulleys are adequately described in
the respective wire sawing equipment
operating manuals. Other dangers must be
strictly avoided, protecting the operating
personnel and other persons not involved in
sawing work.
Wire breaks
Wire breaks can be prevented by selecting
large wrap angles. However, it is not possible
to exclude the possibility of wire breaks
completely. It is therefore essential to ensure
that all guards and safety features are fitted at
all times.
Spun-off diamond beads
A torn wire can spin off a loose diamond bead
if it strikes any object.
The wire normally runs at a speed of 15 to 25
m/s, so that a loose diamond bead can be
spun off at a speed of up to 100 m/s. Suitable
safety features must be installed to intercept
any such spun-off diamond beads.
Precautions
l Only use high-quality diamond wires and
beads.
l Ensure that the operating personnel is
familiar with the safe connection of the
wires.
l Ensure that the operating personnel is
aware of the fact that high wire tension can
cause wire breaks.
Safety measures
l Always use the guards recommended by
the manufacturer.
l Ensure that all zones into which a spun-off
diamond bead could travel are protected.
l Always install all guards around the
hazardous area.