2.1 Machine and Work Area Safety - Basic Mill Operator

2.1 Machine and Work Area Safety - Basic Mill Operator The number 1 cause of injury in a machine shop is: - ANS Inattention by the Operator There are many ways to stop a machine. The next couple of questions all focus on the various ways to stop a machine. Which answer below best describes what the Reset button does? - ANS Stops a program, and returns it to the first line of code in the program Which answer below best describes what the Feed Hold button does? - ANS Stops axis movement, but keeps the spindle turning Which answer below is the best description of what the Emergency Stop Button does? - ANS Stops all machine motion, including the spindle rotation. If anyone needs to work inside the machine enclosure, the E-Stop Button should always be engaged. - ANS True If the machine looks like it is about to crash, or it has already crashed, you should: - ANS Immediately press the E-Stop Button At the back of the machine is the control cabinet. This is where the majority of the electronics for the machine are. You should NEVER open the control cabinet. - ANS True