Emco compact 8, Instruction Book / Parts List

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN TURNING
When using in workshop: Observe accident prevention instructions .
In private workplace: Safety plugs (prevention against starting up by children etc.)
Wear eye protection.
Have hair covered and do not have loose floppy sleeves.
Do not grip moving machine parts.
Only service the machine when it is isolated from electrical supply.
Do not remove the drive cover, and when working make sure it is always closed.
When working with bars, tubes etc. which extend beyond the tailstock, the protruding, rotating part must be
covered by a stationary guard.
Always use a wire hook or similar implement for removal of swart. Never use bare hands .(Information is
given on WVS sheet No. 36 "Guard against injury from turnings and borings.")
Do not fit or remove turning tools when the spindle is rotating.
Never measure the work when it is rotating.
Always remove the chuck key (even when the machine is switched off).
Do not leave the machine when it is switched on.
Do not use your hand to slow down the workpiece or chuck.