GENERAL & SPECIFIC
SAFETY RULES
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the
tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific
potential hazards.
2. GROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
NEVER
connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the floor
is clean and not slippery.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding
work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF.
-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the proper
speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye-glasses
only have impact resistant lenses, thet are
NOT
safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store materials
such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other
parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes to a
complete stop.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR WOOD LATHES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing
how your wood lathe works. Read and understand the following
safety rules before operating.
1. For your own safety, read the entire instruction manual before
operating the wood lathe.
2. Tighten all lock knobs or handles before operating.
3. Do not mount a split workpiece.
4. Use the lowest speed when starting a new workpiece.
5. Read the warning label attached to the wood lathe.
6. When turning a workpiece, always rough the wood to a round form,
start wood lathe at slow speed. If the lathe is run so fast that it
vibrates, there is a risk that the workpiece will be thrown or the tool
jerked from your hands.
7. Always rotate the workplace by hand before turning on the lathe. If
the workpiece strikes the tool rest, it could split and be thrown out
of the lathe.
8. Do not allow the turning tools to bite into the wood. The wood could
split or be thrown from the lathe.
9. Always position the tool rest above the centerline of the lathe when
shaping a piece of stock.
10. Do not operate the lathe if it is rotating in the wrong direction. The
workpiece must always be rotating toward you.
11. Before attaching a workpiece to the faceplate, always rough it out
to make it as round as possible, this minimizes the vibrations while
the piece is being turned. Always fasten the workpiece securely to
the faceplate, failure to do this could result in the workpiece being
thrown away from the lathe.
12. Position your hands so that they will not slip onto the workpiece.
