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33. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury

could occur if the machine tips over.

34. Never leave the machine running unattended.

Turn the power off and do not leave the machine

until moving parts come to a complete stop.

35. Remove loose items and unnecessary work

pieces from the area before starting the machine.

36. Do not operate the lathe in flammable or

explosive environments. Do not use in a damp

environment or expose to rain.

Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible

machine damage.

This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious, or possibly even fatal,

injury.

2.0 About this manual

This manual is provided by JET, covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a JET Model

GHB-1236 Lathe. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating

procedures, and maintenance instructions. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide

consistent, long-term operation if used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this document.

This manual is not intended to be a training guide for lathe operations, or tool and workpiece selection. Consult

a machinery handbook or shop supervisor for information on proper speed and feed rates for specific materials,

or type of cutter suitable for a particular operation. Whatever accepted methods or materials are used, always

make personal safety a priority.

If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or JET. JET can also be reached at our

web site: www.jettools.com.

Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.

Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assembly

or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!

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