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Operate pressure die casting machine

Operate pressure die casting machine

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM04003
State Code
OAX32
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
030713 - Metal Casting And Patternmaking
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to start, operate and shut down pressure die casting machines.Where the interpretation of technical drawings is required unit MEM09002 Interpret technical drawing should also be selected.Where the selection and use of engineering measuring equipment is required unit MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements should also be selected.Where the selection and use of tools is required unit MEM18001 Use hand tools and unit MEM18002 Use power tools/hand held operations, should also be selected as appropriate.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: AUnit Weight: 4
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine job requirements
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with SOPs
  • 1.4 Identify job requirements from specifications, job sheets or work instructions
2 Conduct pre-operational checks
  • 2.1 Conduct start-up procedure
  • 2.2 Adjust the shot size if required
  • 2.3 Check nitrogen and/or vacuum systems if applicable
  • 2.4 Undertake a functional check of the picking robot, and adjust the component gripper if required
  • 2.5 Adjust die spray nozzles
  • 2.6 Carry out planning to ensure efficient flow of finished product
3 Operate machine to produce castings
  • 3.1 Apply appropriate knowledge of die casting process to the operation, adjustment and monitoring of machine functions
  • 3.2 Operate a die casting machine to SOPs, including maintenance of liquid metal and die operating conditions
  • 3.3 Break runners off in an appropriate manner
  • 3.4 Inspect castings visually for defects
  • 3.5 Handle castings in a manner that minimises risk of damage to the casting and injury to personnel
  • 3.6 Produce first-off castings, inspect visually and submit for checking against job requirements
4 Monitor furnace
  • 4.1 Maintain furnace at optimum operating condition
  • 4.2 Shut down furnace following SOPs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5286 MEM04003B Operate pressure die casting machine Unit of competency