Jet JWL-1236, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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Warning
1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with
all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
4. This lathe is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If
you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a lathe, do not use until proper training and
knowledge have been obtained.
5. Do not use this lathe for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Walter Meier
(Manufacturing), Inc., disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury
that may result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this lathe. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this lathe, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the
elbows. Do not wear loose clothing. Confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are
recommended. Do not wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
9. Tighten all locks before operating.
10. Rotate workpiece by hand to check clearance before applying power.
11. Rough out the workpiece before installing on the faceplate.
12. Do not mount a split workpiece or one containing a knot.
13. Use the lowest speed when starting a new workpiece.
14. Do not use this machine in damp or wet locations, or expose it to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
15. Feed work into a blade or cutter only against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter.
16. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
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Lead from lead based paint.
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Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
17. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
18. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
19. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
20. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.
21. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on.
22. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance
purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.
23. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare, overhead lighting.