CHESTER Conquest Super Mill, Instruction Manual

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6.2 Operation Safety Notes
Notice Before Operating the Machine
Before operating, check off the following to ensure a safe operation of the machine.
Inspection Before Operation
1. Before you turn on the power, check the tool chuck is in the correct position and tighten.
2. Inspect the machine for parts that are not secure.
3. Adjust the speed to the required setting and then check it against the chart to see if correct.
4. Fix the workpiece with the press cake or fixture.
5. Clean and then remove all the obstacles around the machine.
During Operation
1. Consuming alcohol, drugs or operating the machine whilst on strong medicines is not
recommended.
2. The wearing of loose clothing whilst working on the machine is not recommended.
3. Attach the appropriate cutter and tighten.
4. The Chester Conquest Mill will not operate safely if you attempt the following:
a. The depth of the cut is too deep.
b. The feeding speed is too fast.
c. The rotation speed is too fast.
d. The machine and stock plane are not firmly fixed.
e. The vice and the workpiece are not firmly fixed.
Protection and Maintenance
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
2. Maintain the machine and make a record of the work carried out.
3. Inform Chester UK on: 01244 531631 should the machine start to malfunction.
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