Title Page
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Site conducted
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Machine(s) serial number
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Pre-operation checklist
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Visually Check condition of power supply plug
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Visually check hydraulic oil level as above minimum level on tank gauge
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Visually check hydraulic oil leaks around hoses, cylinders and power pack area
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Visually check pull down gate mesh is undamaged and still intact
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Visually check pull down gate handle is intact and door in good order
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Check operation of pull down gate - ensure gate runs smooth and straight
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Visually check all guards and covers are undamaged and secure - no missing fasteners
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Check all safety interlock switches are operational and undamaged
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Check all emergency stops buttons are operational and undamaged
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Check all safety switches and push buttons are operational and undamaged
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Check power supply isolation lock off switch is operational and undamaged
After start-up
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Check all the safety sensors / interlocks are working as they should
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Run the baler to ensure the ram moves freely within the machine
Cleaning
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Between bales - check operation of turnbuckle and thread condition / securing points
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Between bales - sweep of any waste debris from inside the chamber / behind eject door
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With power supply padlock isolated, remove waste build up from inside the chamber / behind eject door
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With power supply padlock isolated, remove large debris from above the compaction blade
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Remove debris from around the baler:
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Open panels at back and clean out card debris behind the ram if applicable:
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Jet wash the baler and around it. (as per site schedule)
At end of shift
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Do Not attempt any repairs yourself - report to your supervisor / manager
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Do not attempt to alter any baler settings e.g. pressure switches, limit switches
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Do Not attempt to override any safety interlock switches or safety guards / covers
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Do not attempt any cleaning with power supply on - padlock lock off at panel isolator
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Isolate baler and padlock in place
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If any faults are found report to helpdesk and put machine out of order
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I can confirm all checks have been completed
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List any issues identified during the operation and action taken
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Operator Name and Signature
