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1.3 Safety
The Beta Major has been equipped with various safety features to
ensure operator safety.
a. A thermal cut-out on the heating element shuts off the power
to the element if the temperature exceeds 235oC ± 15oC (455oF
±27oF).
b. The time/temperature controller has a built in facility giving
error messages in the event of faults with the element heating
and control system.
c. A two button starting system ensures that the operator’s hands
are well away from the heat plate when the table rises.
d. Emergency stop button.
e. The machine table will only rise to pressing position when the
heat plate is aligned with it due to a micro switch safety
interlock
1.4 Safety Tips
Our customer service department has its own service
engineers and, if required, maintenance and advice is available
upon request.
The Beta Major meets the European Legislation standard.
Under normal conditions accidents are rare. However listed
below are some practical points to ensure your safety.
Always switch off and isolate the mains supply (i.e.
Remove plug) before undertaking any maintenance work.
Keep other people away from the machine during use.
Ensure that there is sufficient space around the machine.
Cables and connections must not get jammed. Although
the heat radiation of the press is low, there should be
enough space for cooling down.
Avoid contact with the press element.
DO NOT REMOVE THE TOP COVER UNLESS
QUALIFIED TO DO SO - touching internal parts is
dangerous and may cause shock hazard.
PROTECT THE MAINS CABLE - damage to the mains
cable may cause fire or shock hazard. When unplugging, hold
by the plug only and remove carefully. Take care that the
mains cable does not come into contact with the heat plate (or
moving parts of the mechanism) during operation of the
machine.
