Delta RC-51, Instruction Manual

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S AFETY RULES
As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the machine. 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.
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 for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative
to its application DO NOT use the machine until you have written Delta Machinery and we have advised you.
DELTA INTERNATIONAL MACHINERY CORP.
MANAGER OF TECHNICAL SERVICES
246
ALPHA DRIVE
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYL,{ANIA
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 elec­
trical receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate
a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be attach­
ed 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 visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
9. MAKE W
O
RKSHOP CHILDPROOF
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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.
1 2. WEAR P ROPER APPAREL.
No loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip foot wear is recommend­
ed. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
1 3. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety
glasses (must comply with ANSI 287.1). Everyday eye­
glasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not
safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting opera­
tion 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.
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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 lubricating and changing accessories.
17.
DISCON NECT TOOLS
before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters,
etc.
1 8. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
1 9. AVOID ACCIDENTAL 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 accident­
ally 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 operation. 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 RUN NING 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 drug, alcohol or any
medication.
25. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM
POWER SUPPLY
while motor is being mounted, con­
nected or reconnected.
26.
WARNING:
The dust generated by certain woods and
wood products 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.