Robland T-120 L, Manual

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Please read first
When using electrical tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and personal injury.
Read these instructions before operating this product.
If you notice transport damage while unpacking, notify your supplier immediately. Do not operate the mortiser!
Take notice of the given warnings and advices. They serve your safety and the good working order of the
machine.
This operating instruction manual is intended for all persons who carry-out work with this tool. It must be read
before using and it must be easily accessible for all persons at all times.
Ordering spare parts
Always mention the following items on your order:
- type of the machine
- serial number of the manual
- part number and quantity
- your references: contact name of consignee and adres at place of destination.
For your safety and the operating reliability of the machine:
use Robland parts only.
Safety and maintenance instructions
Woodworking with machinery is a pleasant job that gives lots of satisfaction. Nevertheless it requires constant
attention and care. Therefore, for your own safety, pay attention to the instructions summarized in this chapter.
The machine can only be used safely when the operator strictly follows the operating and safety instructions. It is
essential to read this manual before using the machine to know how the machine functions and what the
limitations are.
- Provide for sufficient space around the machine and a good lighting of the workshop.
- When changing the tools or performing a maintenance job, the machine has to be disconnected from the
power supply.
- Knives and tools which are not correctly sharpened or in a bad condition not only diminish the quality of the
work, but also increase the risk of accidents.
- Always make sure that all necessary safety are fitted to the machine and that the machine is connected to a
dust extraction system.
- Always wear suitable clothing. Loose or torn clothes are very dangerous while operating the machine.
- Keep children away from the machine and the workshop.
- Wearing of hearing protection is recommended to prevent noise from damaging your hearing.
- When cutting narrow pieces always use a push stick. When damaged replace the push stick at once.
- Always use jigs, templates and sawblades adapted to the work carried out.
- Read the recommendations to clean the machine carefully. Clean only when the machine is disconnected from
the power supply line.
- Make sure all periodic maintenance is done on time. These maintenances works should only be carried out
with the machine disconnected from the main power supply line thus rendering it impossible to start the
machine involuntary.
- Test on a weekly basis the following electrical components: emergency stop buttons, the safety switches and
test if the machine can be started up with an open door.
- Test on a weekly basis if the rundown time of the motor brake does not exceed 10 seconds.
- Keep this manual where the operator may refer to whenever necessary. This manual must accompany the
machine when it is sold, rented or lent to a third party.
Danger list
Attention!
Working with woodworking machines can be extremely dangerous if the safety
instructions are not followed.
Therefore use systematically the safety equipment provided on your machine.
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