B&S OPTIFORMA User manual

Operating instructions
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OPTIFORMA Frame Heater
2872 01/22

Breitfeld & Schliekert GmbH
Max-Planck-Straße 30
61184 Karben
Germany
Telephone: [phone]
Telefax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.b-s.de
04/2013
These operating instructions were written by:
Breitfeld & Schliekert GmbH
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Table of contents
Table of contents
1 General.................................................................................................................................................5
1.1 Information about these operating instructions .................................................5
1.2 Explanation of symbols............................................................................................5
1.3 Limitation of liability ..................................................................................................6
1.4 Copyright....................................................................................................................6
1.5 Warranty terms..........................................................................................................6
1.6 Customer service......................................................................................................7
2 Safety instructions.........................................................................................................................8
2.1 Intended use ..............................................................................................................8
2.2 Responsibility of the healthcare establishment .................................................8
2.3 Personnel requirements ..........................................................................................9
2.4 Inherent hazards........................................................................................................9
2.5 Personal protective equipment............................................................................10
2.6 Labelling...................................................................................................................11
3 Technical data ................................................................................................................................12
3.1 Dimensions and weight........................................................................................12
3.2 Power requirements..............................................................................................12
3.3 Operating conditions ............................................................................................12
3.4 Working temperature and time range ............................................................... 12
3.5 Manufacturing plate...............................................................................................12
4 Design and function....................................................................................................................13
4.1 Overview of the frame heater.............................................................................. 13
4.2 Overview of display............................................................................................... 13
4.3 Overview of set buttons ....................................................................................... 14
4.4 Power switch ..........................................................................................................15
4.5 Air outlet hood .......................................................................................................15
4.6 Heat concentrator nozzle.....................................................................................15
4.7 Power plug ..............................................................................................................15
4.8 Delivery contents ...................................................................................................16
5 Transporting, packaging and storage................................................................................17
5.1 Transport inspection.............................................................................................. 17
5.2 Packaging................................................................................................................ 17
5.3 Symbols on the packaging.................................................................................. 17
5.4 Storage ....................................................................................................................18
6 Assembly and setting up..........................................................................................................19
6.1 Requirements for the assembly site ..................................................................19
6.2 Installing the instrument in a worktop ...............................................................19
6.3 Connect the unit to the power supply .............................................................. 20
7 Operation......................................................................................................................................... 21
7.1 Safety ....................................................................................................................... 21
7.2 Switching on the instrument................................................................................ 21
7.3 Adjust the temperature......................................................................................... 22
7.4 Adjust the time .......................................................................................................22
7.5 Heating parts of optical frames ..........................................................................23
7.6 Using the heat concentrator nozzle...................................................................24
8 Cleaning and care ....................................................................................................................... 26
8.1 Safety ....................................................................................................................... 26
8.2 Cleaning the instrument....................................................................................... 26
9 Problems and solutions........................................................................................................... 27
9.1 Troubleshooting guide .......................................................................................... 27

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10 Disassembly and disposal ....................................................................................................28
10.1 Disassembly...........................................................................................................28
10.2 Disposal ..................................................................................................................28
11 Index ................................................................................................................................................29
12 CE decleration..............................................................................................................................30

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1 General
1.1 Information about these operating instructions
These operating instructions allow safe and efficient handling of the
instrument. These operating instructions form part of the instrument and must be
kept near the instrument and accessible to personnel at all times.
The local occupational health and safety and general safety regulations are
also valid for the workplace where the instrument is to be used. Illustrations in
these operating instructions are intended for basic understanding and may devi-
ate from the actual version.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
The safety instructions provided in this manual are marked by symbols. The
safety instructions are introduced by keywords used to express the extent of the
danger.
Strictly adhere to all safety instructions and use caution to prevent accidents,
personal injury and material damage.
DANGER DANGER!
This combination of symbol and keyword points to a situa-
tion of immediate danger which may lead to serious injury
or death unless avoided.
WARNING WARNING!
This combination of symbol and keyword points to a situa-
tion of possible danger which may lead to serious injury or
death unless avoided.
CAUTION CAUTION!
This combination of symbol and keyword points to a pos-
sibly dangerous situation which may lead to slight or minor
injury unless avoided.
NOTICE NOTICE!
This combination of symbol and keyword points to a pos-
sibly dangerous situation which may lead to material and
environmental damage unless avoided.
This symbol highlights useful tips and recommendations
as well as information designed to ensure efficient and
smooth operation.
The following symbols are used in the safety instructions to draw attention to
specific dangers:
Safety instructions
Tips and
recommendations
Special safety
instructions
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DANGER DANGER!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates dan-
gers posed by electric power. If the safety instructions are
not observed, there is a danger of serious or fatal injuries.
WARNING WARNING!
This combination of symbol and signal word denotes
hazards from hot surfaces. Failure to observe the safety
instructions will result in the risk of serious burns.
WARNING WARNING!
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates ha-
zards due to flammable materials. Failure to observe these
safety instructions may result in serious burns.
The following symbols and highlights are used in this user handbook to indicate
instructions, descriptions of results, lists, references and other elements:
[BUTTON] Indicates names of buttons, keys and other controls.
1.3 Limitation of liability
All specifications and instructions in this manual have been compiled taking
account of applicable standards and regulations, the current state of technology
and the experience and insights we have gained over the years.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage due to:
• Failure to observe this manual
• Improper use
• Deployment of untrained personnel
• Unauthorised modifications
• Technical modifications
• Use of unauthorised spare parts
The actual scope of supply may differ from the explanations and depictions in
this manual in the case of special designs, take-up of additional ordering op-
tions, or as a result of the latest technical modifications.
The undertakings agreed in the supply contract as well as the manufacturer‘s
Terms and Conditions and Terms of Delivery and the legal regulations applicable
at the time of conclusion of the contract shall apply.
1.4 Copyright
This manual is protected by copyright and intended solely for internal use.
This manual must not be made available to third parties, duplicated in any
manner or form –whetherinwholeorinpart– and the content must not be
used and/or communicated, except for internal purposes, without the written
consent of the manufacturer.
Violation of the copyright will result in legal action for damages. We reserve the
right to assert further claims.
1.5 Warranty terms
The warranty terms are included in the manufacturer‘s Terms and Conditions.
Symbols in this user
handbook
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1.6 Customer service
Our customer service team or your authorised dealer are available for technical
information. ForcontactinformationforGermanyseepage2.
Our staff are always interested in any new information and experiences resulting
from the use of our products that may be useful for improving our products.
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2 Safety instructions
This section provides an overview of all the main safety aspects involved in
ensuring optimal personnel protection and safe and smooth operation.
Non-compliance with the action guidelines and safety instructions contained in
this manual may result in serious hazards.
2.1 Intended use
The instrument is designed and constructed exclusively for the intended use as
described here.
The frame heater is used exclusively for heating plastic parts of optical frames.
Compliance with all instructions given in these operating instructions forms part
of the intended use. Any use deviating or varying from the intended use is consi-
dered incorrect use.
WARNING WARNING!
Danger resulting from incorrect use!
Incorrect use of the frame heater may result in hazardous
situations.
• The instrument must not be used for materials other
than the plastic parts of optical frames.
• The instrument must only be used under constant
supervision.
• Keep untrained persons away from the instrument.
• Do not set up the instrument near optical measuring
instruments.
Any claims due to damage arising from incorrect use are excluded.
2.2 Responsibility of the healthcare establishment
The instrument is used in the commercial sector. The healthcare establishment
where the device is to be used is therefore subject to any legal obligations inclu-
ding occupational health and safety (e.g., the regulations for accident prevention
valid in Germany).
The healthcare establishment is also obliged remain infor-
med of all relevant, local laws valid at the time the device is
being used and any standards and guidelines associated
with these laws and to adhere to these.
• The healthcare establishment must ensure that a damaged or non-functional
instrument is never used.
• The healthcare establishment must be informed of all valid occupational
health and safety regulations and implement these in the form of an instruc-
tion manual for the operation of the instrument.
• The healthcare establishment must verify that this instruction manual con-
forms to the current regulations for the entire time the instrument is in use
and must update the manual if necessary.
• The healthcare establishment must clearly regulate and specify the responsi-
bilities for setup, operation, resolution of faults and cleaning.
• The healthcare establishment must ensure that all employees who use the
device have read and understood these operating instructions. All personnel
must also be trained and informed of any hazards by the healthcare establish-
ment at regular intervals.
Healthcare establishment
obligations
General responsibility
Supervisory responsibility
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• The healthcare establishment must ensure that only approved accessories
are used together with the instrument.
2.3 Personnel requirements
WARNING WARNING!
Risk of injury if personnel are not adequately qualified!
If unqualified personnel use the instrument, there is the risk
of injury and damage to property.
• Only allow tasks to be carried out by appropriately
qualified personnel.
• Keep unqualified personnel away from the instrument.
In these operating instructions qualifications of personnel for the various areas
of responsibility are described as follows:
Specialized personnel
Specialised personnel are personnel, who due to their specialized training, skills,
and experience, as well as knowledge of the applicable standards and regula-
tions, are capable of executing the tasks assigned to them, and of recognizing
possible hazards and avoiding them on their own.
Only skilled personnel are approved as personnel who can be expected to carry
out their work reliably. Persons whose ability to react is impaired by drugs, alco-
hol or medication, for example, are not approved.
When selecting personnel any valid regulations regarding age and occupation
must be adhered to.
2.4 Inherent hazards
In the following section residual risks are listed that may originate from the inst-
rument.
To reduce health risks and to avoid dangerous situations, the safety informati-
on presented here and the safety information in subsequent chapters of these
operating instructions must be complied with.
DANGER DANGER!
Life-threatening hazard due to electrical current!
There is an imminent threat to life due to electric shock if
contact is made with live parts. Damage to insulation or to
individual components can be life threatening.
• Only allow qualified electricians to work on electrical
systems.
• The instrument must only be connected to an earthed
wall socket.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, immediately dis-
connect the power supply by removing the power plug
from the wall socket and initiate repairs.
• Protect instrument from external sources of heat,
liquids and moisture.
• Never pull on or clamp the power supply cord and
never keep it under permanent tension.
• The power supply cord must always be laid out with no
tension or kinks and must not be driven over.
• For all maintenance, cleaning and fault resolution work,
disconnect the instrument from the power plug.
Electrical current
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WARNING WARNING!
Risk of injury due to hot surfaces!
Surfaces of components may become very hot during
operation. Contact of skin with hot surfaces causes seri-
ous burns to the skin.
• Do not hold any body parts in the hot air stream.
• Do not wear easily flammable clothing (e.g., materials
made from synthetic fibres, nylon).
• Only hold plastic parts of optical frames outside the
area being heated.
• Before removing the heat concentrator nozzle, ensure
that the surfaces have cooled down to ambient tempe-
rature.
• Wear gloves.
WARNING WARNING!
Risk of injury due to combustible materials in the work
area! Combustible materials near the frame heater can
result in fires.
• Do not use or store any combustible materials near the
instrument, particularly acetone products.
• Do not use the area around the instrument for storage..
NOTICE NOTICE!
The instrument may be damaged by incorrect use!
Improper use may damage the instrument.
• Do not drop the instrument.
• Do not subject the instrument to strong vibrations.
• Always protect the instrument from sunlight.
• Always protect the instrument from external heat
sources.
2.5 Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment serves to protect people against hazards to their
safety and health while working.
The personnel must wear the personal protective equipment while working on
and with the device which is referred specially to in the individual sections of
these instructions.
The personal protective equipment is explained below:
Protective glove
Protective gloves protect hands from friction, abrasion,
puncture wounds, or deeper injuries, as well as from con-
tact with hot surfaces.
Hot surfaces
Combustible materials
Incorrect use
Description of the
personal protective
equipment
Safety instructions