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SAFETY RULES
Woodworking 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.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified and/or used for
any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine
until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
DELTA INTERNATIONAL MACHINERY CORP.
MANAGER OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
246 ALPHA DRIVE
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15238
(IN CANADA: 644 IMPERIAL ROAD, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
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
lug 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 visi-
tors 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, neckties,
rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip
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 lubricat-
ing 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 Delta 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 oper-
ation. 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.
MAKE 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 pro-
ducts 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BAND SAWS
1.
ADJUST
the upper guide about 1/8 above the material being cut.
2.
MAKE SURE
that blade tension and blade tracking are properly
adjusted.
3.
STOP
the machine before removing scrap pieces from the table.
4.
ALWAYS
keep hands and fingers away from blade.
5.
CHECK
for proper blade size and type.
6.
DO NOT
attempt to saw stock that does not have a flat surface,
unless a suitable support is used.
7.
HOLD
material firmly and feed into blade at a moderate speed.
8.
TURN OFF
machine if the material is to be backed out of an un-
completed cut.
9.
MAKE
“release” cuts before cutting long curves.
10.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
regarding the safe and proper
operation of this product is available from the National Safety Council,
1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201 in the Accident
Prevention Manual for Industrial Operations and also in the Safety
Data Sheets provided by the NSC. Please also refer to the American
National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for
Woodworking Machinery and the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA
1910.213 Regulations.
