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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
Wood working can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved
with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if
normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result.
Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for
injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the
workshop. If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your
responsibility.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
1.
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the
tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards
peculiar to it.
2.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order
3.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
4.
GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-prong
plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong
receptacle, the adapter plug must be attached to a known
ground. Never remove the third prong.
5.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it “ON”.
6.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
7.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.
8.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and
visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
9.
MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
10.
DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
11.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job
for which it was not designed.
12.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves,
neck-ties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
13.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are
not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
14.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands
to operate tool.
15.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
16.
MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
17.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
18.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by us may
cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
19.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in
power cord.
20.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the
tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
21.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
22.
DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
23.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
24.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
25.
MAKES SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER
SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or
reconnected.
26.
WARNING: The dust generated by certain woods and wood
products can be injurious to your health. Always operate
machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust
removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.
