Instructions

Safety Rules for Power Tools
1. Know your power tool—Read the owner’s manual carefully. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
2. Ground all tools—If a tool is equipped with a three-prong plug, it should be plugged
into a three-hole receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle,
the adapter wire must be attached to a KNOWN GROUND. Never remove the third
prong.
3. Keep guards in place—and in working order.
4. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches—Form a habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning on any machine.
5. Keep work area clear—Cluttered work areas and benches invite accidents.
6. Avoid a dangerous work environment—Do not use power tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep your work area well illuminated.
7. Keep children away—All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.
8. Make your workshop “kid-proof” —with padlocks, master switches or by removing
starter keys.
9. Do not force a tool—Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed. Use the proper tool for the job.
10. Wear proper apparel—Avoid loose clothing, neckties, gloves or jewelry that could
become caught in moving parts. Wear protective headgear to keep long hairstyles away
from moving parts.
11. Use safety glasses—Also use a face or dust mask if a cutting operation is dusty.
12. Secure the work—Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practicable. It is safer
than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool.
13. Do not overreach—Keep your proper footing and balance at all times.
14. Maintain tools in top condition—Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories.
15. Disconnect tools—Unplug tools before servicing and when changing accessories
such as blades, bits or cutters.
16. Avoid accidental starting—Make sure the switch is “OFF” before plugging in a
power cord.
17. Use only recommended accessories—Consult the owner’s manual. Use of improper
accessories may be hazardous.
18. Turn the spindle by hand BEFORE switching on the motor—This ensures that
the workpiece or chuck jaws will not hit the lathe bed, saddle or crosslide, and also
ensures that they clear the cutting tool.
19. Check that all holding, locking and driving devices are tightened—At the same
time, be careful not to over tighten these adjustments. They should be just tight enough to
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