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Form C-1206
Throughout this manual, safety information is presented
by use of the terms
Warning, Caution,
and
Note.
These
terms have the following meanings:
WARNING
A warning contains critical information regarding potential
safety hazards that can occur during proper use or mis-
use of the machine. Failure to follow these procedures
may result in serious personal injury to the user.
CAUTION
A caution contains instructions for the use or maintenance
of the machine. Failure to follow these procedures may
result in damage to the machine.
SAFETY AND INDEMNIFICATION
During the life of the machine, the purchaser agrees to provide
to all machine users (including its own employees and inde-
pendent contractors) all relevant safety information, including
warning labels and instruction manuals. The purchaser also
agrees to maintain the safety features and working condition
of the machine, and to adequately train all users in the safe
use and maintenance of the machine. The purchaser agrees
to defend, protect, indemnify, and hold Eastman Machine Com-
pany harmless from and against all claims, losses, expenses,
damages, and liabilities to the extent that they have been
caused by the purchaser’s failure to comply with the terms and
instructions of this manual.
Safety Information
• The purchaser must provide appropriate safety measures and
equipment as recommended in this manual. Observe all
statutory requirements concerning the use of hazardous ma-
chinery that apply to your location.
• Do not modify this machine or disable safety features. Unau-
thorized modification may result in serious personal injuries
to the user. Electrical connections to this machine must be
made by a qualified electrician familiar with applicable codes
and regulations. To prevent electrocution, a ground lead must
be connected to terminal “E” on the attachment plug.
• This machine may be equipped with a remote start interface.
Misuse of this machine or use of this machine as part of
another machine may result in serious personal injuries to
the user.
• Safety labels must be kept clean and legible at all times. Call
the Eastman Machine factory to order replacement labels.
WARNING
• This machine is equipped with a very sharp and dangerous
knife. Keep hands, arms, and hair away from the knife area
at all times. When the machine is not in use, keep the knife
guard lowered at all times. Safety glasses and appropriate
clothing may prevent serious personal injuries.
• Disconnect the power and air supply from the machine when
it is not in use or during routine maintenance, including lu-
brication.
• The purchaser must instruct all operators in the proper use
of the machine according to the instructions on the machine
and in this manual. This training must include instruction on
the potential safety hazards arising from the use or misuse
of the machine. In addition to such training, the purchaser
should provide written work instructions as necessary to
ensure correct use of the machine for specific cutting appli-
cations.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS