SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY
WARNING:
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and
use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal
injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal
injury to the operator or damage to property, may result.
1.
READ and BECOME FAMILIAR with the entire operating manual. Learn the
machines’ applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to it.
2.
EARTH ALL MACHINES. If the machine is equipped with three-pin plug, it should
be plugged into a three-pin electrical socket. Never remove the earth pin.
3.
ALWAYS ensure that ADEQUATE LIGHTING is available. A minimum intensity of
300 lux should be provided. Ensure that lighting is placed so that you will not
be working in your own shadow.
4.
CHECK for DAMAGE. Before using the machine, any damaged part, such as
a guard etc., should be checked to ensure that it will operate properly, and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mountings, and any other condition that may affect the machines’
operation. Any damage should be properly repaired or the part replaced. If
in doubt, DO NOT USE the machine. Consult your local dealer.
5. DISCONNECT the MACHINE from the power supply before servicing and when
changing accessories or performing maintenance tasks.
6. KEEP GUARDS in place and in working order.
7. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES, manufactured to the latest European Safety
Standards. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
eyeglasses do not have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
8. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
9. DON’T FORCE the Machine. It will do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine beforeswitching on.
11. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate machine whilst under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
12. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories could
be hazardous.
13. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power OFF. Do not leave
machine until it comes to a complete stop.
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