User Manual
Safety 5
2 Safety
2.1 Overview
Dispensing system operation involves heat, air pressure, fluid pressure, mechanical and pneumatic
devices, electrical power, and the use of hazardous materials. Refer to the safety section of your
particular dispensing system Operations Manual prior to installing and operating your DispenseJet
Series DJ-9500.
Safety is considered a joint responsibility between the original equipment manufacturer (Nordson
ASYMTEK) and the end-user (owner). All safety precautions and practices should be in accordance with
local regulations and facility practice.
2.2 Safety Warning Symbols
Symbol Description
Personnel Safety Warning. This symbol appears in a
shaded text block to warn you about actions that could cause
personal injury or death.
Property Damage Caution. This symbol appears in a shaded
text block to warn you about actions that could cause serious
damage to the machinery, software, parts being processed,
and facilities.
2.3 Safety of Personnel
WARNING! Unsafe equipment conditions can result in personal injury or property damage.
Failure to adhere to safety warnings and precautions could result in serious bodily
harm to the user.
• Only trained personnel should be permitted to perform installation, operation, maintenance,
and troubleshooting procedures on the DispenseJet Series DJ-9500.
• Before performing maintenance or service on the DJ-9500, position it at the front of the
dispensing chamber. This will provide easy access to components and limit exposure to
hazardous areas.
• Immediately push the red Emergency Machine Off (EMO) button on your dispensing system
if personnel are in danger.
• Do not touch the moving parts while the dispensing system is operating.
• Follow Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) recommendations for the proper handling of
hazardous materials.
• Remove the DJ-9500 completely from the dispensing system and allow the heated parts to
cool before cleaning or performing maintenance.
• Relieve pneumatic pressure before adjusting or servicing pressurized components.