Axminster Trade AT305PS, Original Instructions Manual

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Instruction manual for 12”panel saw
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running.
23) When the machine is out of order while running, shut it down and to call
servicemen for help as soon as possible.
24) Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
25) Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning machine on. Be sure that
the keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed and all the nuts and bolts
are secured.
26) After switching off the saw motor, allow the saw blade to stop freely. Never
attempt to stop the cutting by hand or other objects.
27) Never cut the wood plate if there is no completed width or too small.
28) The max. Rotation speed marked on the saw blade must not be exceeded.
29) The machine shall be not loaded with more than work piece at a time.
30) During making wooden cases, it will emit harmful dust. User must install exhaust
system for the extraction of harmful dust.
31) Use correctly sharpened saw blades. Observe the max. Speed marked on the saw
blade. User shall be to select the optimum speed for saw blade.
32) Report faults on the machine, including guards or saw blades, as soon as they are
discovered.
33) Adopt safe procedures for cleaning, maintenance and remove chips and dust
regularly to avoid the risk of fire.
34) Follow manufacturer’s instructions for operating, adjustment and repair of saw
blades.
35) Ensure that any spacers and spindle rings used are suitable for the purpose as
stated by the manufacturer.
36) Refrain from removing any off-cut or other part of the work piece from the
cutting area whilst the machine is running.
37) Ensure that guards and other safety devices necessary for machine operation are
in position, in good working order and properly maintained.
38) Safety working practice.
a) Use of push block and push stick- Push stick should be used to avoid working
with hands close to the saw blade. Push blocks should be between 300mm
and 400mm long, 80mm to 100mm wide and 15mm to 20mm deep. Push
blocks should be used when cutting small work pieces and in circumstances
where it is necessary to push the work piece against the fence.
b) Selection of saw blade and riving knife- the operator should only select saw
blade with suitable diameter and thickness for the machine.
c) Selection of riving knife slot- The riving knife guiding slot should be no more
than 0.5mm wider than the riving knife guiding elements.