Master Locksmiths SOP020 User manual

SOP020 – KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic) © V1 07/2016
This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with this
equipment or procedure and should be used in conjunction with other
references. It is designed as a guide to be used to compliment training and as
a reminder to users prior to use.
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Safe Operating Procedure
KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic)
DO NOT use this equipment unless you have been instructed in its safe use and operation and given prior
permission.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
Read Operators Manual and Risk assessment.
The operator is to familiarise themselves with the
machine controls and programming sequences.
Examine the power cord, plug, socket and power outlet
for damage.
Avoid trip hazards & prevent damage to electrical
cord/s.
Ensure the machine is earthed.
Ensure that the protective sheild (if fitted) is secure and
correctly fitted.
The operator is responsible for keeping the area around
the emergency stop button clear so that it can be
reached as quickly as possible.
Keep work area clean and tidy.
Faulty equipment must NOT be used. IMMEDIATELY
report suspect equipment.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
Ensure all other personnel are clear of the immediate
work area.
Work with safety glasses even if the machine is fitted
with guards.
CUTTING MORTISE LOCK KEYS
•Insert keys into their respective clamps in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
•Set the motor switch speed according to key
material type (steel, brass).
•Slowly undertake the cutting procedure in
accordance with the machines manufacturer’s
instructions.
•For double bladed keys, turn both keys and repeat
the above procedure.
•Remove any burs on the cut key in
•Short keys that do not reach the side stop are to be
cut in accordance with the machine manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Cut ‘female type’ mortise keys in accordance with
the machine manufacturer’s instructions.
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SOP020 – KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic) © V1 07/2016
This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with this
equipment or procedure and should be used in conjunction with other
references. It is designed as a guide to be used to compliment training and as
a reminder to users prior to use.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS (Cont.)
CUTTING PUMP KEYS
•Clamp the key and block the rotation of the right
hand clamp in accordance with the machine
manufacturer’s instructions.
•Start the machine and slowly undertake the cutting
process in accordance with the machine
manufacturer’s instructions.
Cutting keys with the slide for making GROOVES
•Replace the slide fitted in the machine with the one
for making grooves in accordance with the
machine manufacturer’s instructions.
•Fit the slide for making grooves in accordance with
the machine manufacturer’s instructions.
•Put in 2 blank keys, one in each clamp and check
that the milling cutter and tracer point touch the
blades of their respective keys. If the milling cutter
or the tracer point do not touch the blade, adjust
the slide in accordance with the machine
manufacturer’s instructions.
•If greater precision in the side position of the
cutting channel is required, make a small side
adjustment to the tracer point in accordance with
the machine manufacturer’s instructions.
CUTTING FO-6P KEYS
•Read the code of the original key in accordance
with the machine manufacturer’s instructions.
•When the code for the key to be cut is known, place
the key blank in the clamp and ensure correct
fitment in accordance with the machine
manufacturer’s instructions.
•Undertake the cutting operation for all the key cut
positions in accordance with the machine
manufacturer’s instructions.
•To cut the other face of the key, turn it over and
repeat the previous cutting procedure, always using
the same code, as the key is symmetrical and
therefore keeps the same code.
COPYING ABLOY KEYS
•Replace the slide fitted in the machine with the one
for copying Abloy type keys in accordance with the
machine manufacturer’s instructions.
•Fit the slide for copying Abloy type keys in
accordance with the machine manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Put in 2 blank keys, one in each clamp and check
that the milling cutter and tracer point touch the
blades of their respective keys. If the milling cutter
or the tracer point do not touch the blade, adjust
the slide in accordance with the machine
Manufacturer’s instructions.
•For the tip stop, one of the keys must be touching
the side of the milling cutter and the other key
touching the side of the tracer point.
Keep fingers and hands clear of all moving parts when
the machine is operating.
Machine adjustments must be undertaken in
accordance with the Manufacturer’s instructions.
ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEAN UP
Switch off the machine when work is completed &
before removing waste material from work site.
Avoid trip hazards & prevent damage to electrical
cord/s.
Clean bench and work area & place all waste material
in bin.
Leave the machine in a safe, clean and tidy state.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance must only be performed by qualified
personnel in accordance with the Maintenance section
of the Operators Manual.
Ensure all equipment has been tested and tagged as
per applicable state/territory regulations.
This Safe Operating Procedure DOES NOT apply to
any equipment that has been modified outside
manufacturer’s specifications.
POTENTIAL HAZARDS AND INJURIES
Burns from hot materials or friction.
Sparks.
Noise.
Sharp edges and burrs.
Fingers or hands getting caught in moving/rotating parts.
Eye injuries.
DON’T
DO NOT operate equipment without wearing appropriate
PPE.
DO NOT start or use the machine until all safety
matters, installation, operation and maintenance
instructions and procedures have been undertaken and
understood.
NEVER carry out any cleaning or maintenance with the
machine switched on.
DO NOT use the wrong type of key blank for the
operation.
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SOP020 – KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic) © V1 07/2016
This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with this
equipment or procedure and should be used in conjunction with other
references. It is designed as a guide to be used to compliment training and as
a reminder to users prior to use.
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DON’T (Cont.)
DO NOT use heavy pressure.
NEVER leave the machine running unattended.
DO NOT use faulty equipment. Immediately arrange
repairs for any suspect equipment & apply a DO NOT
USE tag.

SOP020 – KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic) © V1 07/2016
This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with this
equipment or procedure and should be used in conjunction with other
references. It is designed as a guide to be used to compliment training and as
a reminder to users prior to use.
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I confirm I am competent to operate a KEY CUTTING MACHINE - Manual, following
my training and reading of the attached Safe Operating Procedure.
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SOP020 – KEY CUTTING MACHINE – Manual (Generic) © V1 07/2016
This SOP does not necessarily cover all possible hazards associated with this
equipment or procedure and should be used in conjunction with other
references. It is designed as a guide to be used to compliment training and as
a reminder to users prior to use.
0488 153 102 0438 330 817
Amendments and notes to be review prior to bi-annual update.
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