===== Machine Safety =====

  * When machine is running, keep clear of any rotating or moving parts eg. the cutting bit, spindle moving gantry and head parts.
  * Do not lean on machine whilst in operation. 
  * Parts of the machine , particularly cutting bits, will get hot so you may need gloves when handling/ or changing tooling.
  * Maintain a clean workspace-check that the gantry and rails for tooling/materials left behind. 
  * Clean up as you work. The machine does the messy work for you to clean up!
  * Use the right tool for the job. Different tooling pieces have a specific purpose and material.

==== Safety - Emergency Stop ==== 
The CNC is fitted with an emergency stop. 

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This can be activated to bring the machine to an immediate stop in an emergency.

**Note -if the machine is turned OFF mid operation, wait 1 minute to turn ON.
After activating emergency stop, needs to be homed.    
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==== Safety - Operator Hazards ==== 

The CNC router is capable of **directly** causing death or serious injuries, including amputations, fractures, de-gloving, lacerations, contusions and crush injuries.  The hazardous parts of the machine are: 

==== The spindle ====

  * The spindle spins at up to 18,000 rpm - capable of cutting at over 10 metres/minute (m/m)
    * through metal
    * (or flesh) 
  * The bit takes at least 30 seconds to come to a complete stop.
    *  Every time.
    *  Even if you touch it.
  * The bit can fracture, break or shatter. 
    * A bit rotating 18,000 RPM will fly out about 50 km/hr
      * at your eyeball

 ==== The Gantry and Machine Head ====

The gantry can move at over 10 meters/min and weighs over 100 KG. 

It can hit with enough force to knock a person over, or trap and mangle a limb.

 ==== Safety -  Damage to Machine ====

  * The vacuum bed is soft aluminium. If it is damaged the machine is unusable.
  * Drill bits are brittle, and will shatter or crack if dropped on concrete.
  * The router will cut through metal clamps and screws   

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**LINKS** 

[[facilities:fablab:equipment-cots:multicam_m-2412:cnc_router_operations|CNC Router Operations]]

[[facilities:fablab:equipment-cots:multicam_m-2412:other_operations_staff_only|Other Operations - Staff Only]]

[[http://wiki.edgeqld.org.au/doku.php?id=facilities:fablab:inductions:multicamcnc:start&s[]=induction#cnc_induction|Multicam CNC Induction]]



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