Smithy MI-409MZ, Operator'S Manual

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5. Secure your work. Before starting your machine, be certain that your
work piece is properly and securely mounted. Flying metal is dangerous!
6. Do not run you machine beyond its limits of travel. Before starting
your project, ensure that your work area does not go beyond the limits of
travel on your machine. Going beyond the limits of travel will cause serious
damage to your machine which will not be covered by your warranty.
7. Run your machine at recommended spindle speeds and feed
rates.
Always cut at the recommended speed and feed rates for the type of
metal that you are cutting for optimum performance. Do not begin your cut
until the machine has reached the full and proper speed.
8. Do not change the direction of the spindle rotation or lead screw
rotation while your machine is running
. Changing the rotation direction
of the spindle or lead screw while your machine is running could cause
serious damage to your machine.
9. Do not stop the spindle by hand. Always use your on/off switch to
stop the spindle from rotating.
10. Do not clear chips by hand. Metal chips are very sharp and can
easily cut your hand. Use a brush to clear chips.
11. Protect bed ways. When removing or installing tooling from your lathe
spindle, place a piece of wood or other material across the bed to protect the
ways from being damaged if the tooling is dropped.
12. Keep your machine maintained. Always replace worn or damaged
parts before using your machine to prevent damage to your machine or the
operator. Follow the maintenance schedule outline in this manual for peak
performance.
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