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 machinery may result.
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ALWAYS
read the manual carefully. Know your machine. Learn its applications and
limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
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ALWAYS
keep guards in place and in working order.
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ALWAYS
earth your machine. The machine is equipped with three-pin plug, which should
be plugged into a three-pin electrical socket.
NEVER
remove the earth pin.
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ALWAYS
remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form the habit of checking to ensure
that keys, wrenches and tools, are removed from the machine.
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ALWAYS
keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
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ALWAYS
check for damage. If any part of the machine, (eg. A cover or guard) is
damaged, it should be carefully inspected to ensure that it can perform its intended
function correctly. If in doubt, the part should be renewed. Damage to moving parts
or major components should be Inspected by a qualified technician before operating.
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ALWAYS
make workshop childproof - with padlocks, master switches or by removing
starter keys.
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ALWAYS
keep children and visitors away. All children and visitors should be kept a safe
distance from work area
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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.
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ALWAYS
use the right tool. Don’t force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it
was not designed.
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ALWAYS
wear proper apparel. Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Long hair should be contained.
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ALWAYS
use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses,
they are NOT safety glasses.
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ALWAYS
avoid accidental starting. Switch Machine OFF before plugging in.
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ALWAYS
maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
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ALWAYS
disconnect the machine before servicing or changing accessories.
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NEVER
overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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NEVER
use in dangerous environment. Don’t use machinery in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
General Safety Precautions
For Operating Machinery
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