G4031 MINI LATHE
SAFETY PROCEDURES
Before using your Model G4031, letʼs take a few moments to consider some safety guidelines for metal
lathe use.
The Model G4031 is a powerful machine that carries some potential danger for accident or injury. While
these guidelines arenʼt intended to make you fear this machine, they should encourage you to give it plenty
of respect.
Metalworking lathes can run at high speeds and have several exposed moving parts. Because of this, cer-
tain safeguards and operating methods must be followed to ensure safe and hazard-free operation.
1. KEEP COVERS AND GUARDS IN PLACE.
Donʼt be tempted to run the machine without
its covers in place. They are there to protect
the machine and the operator.
2. GROUND YOUR MACHINE.
Weʼve men-
tioned it before and again here, because
itʼs terribly important. A poorly grounded
or un-grounded machine has the potential
for severe shock hazard. Donʼt take the
chance.
3. DON’T SMOKE OR ALLOW OPEN FLAMES
NEAR YOUR LATHE.
Solvents, lubricants
and some metal shavings are highly com-
bustible.
4. DISCONNECT POWER.
Always disconnect
your lathe from its power source when mak-
ing modifications or repairs. Disconnect the
tool when itʼs not being used.
5. ELIMINATE LOOSE CLOTHING
or other
articles, such as jewelry, ties, or gloves that
could possibly be caught in the lathe as it
rotates.
6. DO NOT MODIFY THE MACHINE.
Any
modifications made to the Model G4031 will
void its warranty and expose the operator
and others to severe safety hazards.
7. GIVE YOUR MODEL G4031 PLENTY OF
ROOM TO WORK.
A crowded or cluttered
work area invites accidents.
8. REMOVE CHUCK KEYS
and all adjustment
tools as soon as adjustments are complet-
ed.
9. NEVER REVERSE MOTOR DIRECTION
while the motor is running.
10. NEVER CHANGE GEARS
or spindle speeds
while the lathe is turning.
11.
WHEN DOING FACEPLATE WORK,
ensure
the workpiece is well balanced.
12. INSPECT YOUR CHUCK
and faceplate fre-
quently. If they are improperly seated, do not
operate the lathe.
13. NEVER USE YOUR FINGERS
to apply
grease to open gearing. Use a stick or
spreader instead.
14. MAKE SURE STOCK IS FULLY ENGAGED
in the chuck whenever possible. This will
extend the life of the jaws.
15.
ALWAYS PLACE A BOARD OR PIECE OF
PLYWOOD ACROSS THE BEDWAY
when
removing or installing chucks to prevent
damage if the chuck should slip and fall.
16. COVER THE LATHE
with an old bedsheet
or other breathable cotton cover when the
machine is not in use.
DO NOT
use a plastic
tarp; condensation can promote rust and
corrosion.
17. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED - TURN POWER OFF.
Do
not leave the tool until it comes to a full
stop.
18. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL.
Learn the
toolʼs applications and limitations, as well as
its particular hazards.
© Grizzly Industrial, Inc. 1997
