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present safety hazards. Additional guarding dependent on workpiece size and
configuration shall be provided when specified and fully described by the
procuring activity (see 6.2 and 6.10).
3.2.6 Mercury restriction. The press shall not contain mercury or mercury
compounds nor be exposed to free mercury during manufacture.
3.2.7 Asbestos restriction. Asbestos and materials containing asbestos
shall not be used on or in th e press.
3.2.8 Environmental protection. The
press
and
shall be so designed
constructed that, under
he operation,
service, transportation, and storage
shall not emit materials hazardous to
conditions described herein, the press
the ecological system as prohibited by
Federal, state, or local statutes in
effect at the point of installation.
3.2.9 Lubrication. An automatic lubricating system shall be provided for
all parts and mechanisms requiring a continuous flow of lubricating oil.
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Means for determining oil level in-each reservoir shall be by an oil level
sight gauge, a low oil level warning light, or a similar device. Mechanisms
requiring periodic manual lubrication shall be readily accessible
for
servicing. Each recirculating system shall include a cleanable or replaceable
filter.
3.2.10 Interchangeability. All parts shall be manufactured to definite
dimensions and tolerances hat will permit installation of replacement parts
without modification of the part or press.
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3.3 Construction. The press shall be constructed of parts which are new,
without defects, and free of repairs. The structure shall withstand all
forces encountered during operation of the press to its maximum rating and
capacity without permanent distortion.
3.3.1 Castings and forgings. All castings and forgings shall be free from
defects, scale, and mismatching.
Processes
peening,
such as welding,
plugging, or filling with solders or pastes shall not be used on castings or
forgings to reclaim any defective components for use on the press. Such
processes may be used only for enhancing-surface finish and appearance.
3.3.2 Fastening devices. All fasteners shall be installed in a manner to
prevent change of tightness. Fastening devices subject to removal or
adjustment shall not be permanently Installed.
3.3.3 Surfaces. All surfaces shall be clean and free of harmful or
extraneous materials. All edges shall be either rounded or beveled unless
sharpness is required to perform a necessary function. Except as otherwise
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specified herein, the condition and finish of all surfaces shall be in
accordance with the manufacturer's commercial practice.
3.3.4 Welding, brazing, or soldering. Welding, brazing, or soldering shall
be employed only where specified in the original design. None of these
processes shall be employed as a repair measure for any defective part.
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