PREPARATION
WORK PREPARATION
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts of machine.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.
• Wear safety glasses complying with United States ANSI
Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant
lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that
cause drowsiness.
WORK AREA PREPARATION
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite
accidents.
• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Do not
expose power tools to rain. Work area should be
property lighted.
• Keep visitors at a sate distance from work area. Keep
children out of workplace. Make workshop childproof.
Use padlocks, master switches or remove switch keys
to prevent any unintentional use of power tools.
• Keep power cords from coming in contact with sharp
objects, oil, grease, and hot surfaces.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• Always unplug tool prior to inspection.
• Consult manual for specific maintaining and adjusting
procedures.
• Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation.
• Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine that
the guard or other parts will operate properly and per
form their intended function.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect a tool’s operation.
• A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform
makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order
replacement parts.)
• Never adjust attachments while running. Disconnect
power to avoid accidental start-up.
• Have damaged or worn power cords replaced
immediately. Keep cutting tools sharp for efficient and
safest operation.
TOOL OPERATION
• Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed.
• Disconnect tool when changing attachments.
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in
the “OFF” position before plugging in, turning on safety
disconnect or activating breakers.
• Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the rate
for which it was designed.
• Keep hands away from chuck, centers and other moving
parts.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off
and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance.
• Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if tool is
tipped or if centers are unintentionally contacted.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application
and specific limitations.
• Handle workpiece correctly. Mount firmly in holding
devices. Protect hands from possible injury.
• Turn machine off if workpiece splits or becomes loose.
• Use cutting tools as recommended in “Operation”
For your own safety do not operate your wood lathe until
it is completely assembled and installed according to
instructions.
PROTECTION: EYES, HANDS, FACE, BODY,
EARS
• If any part of your lathe is missing, malfunctioning, or
has been damaged or broken, cease operating
immediately until the particular part is properly repaired
or replaced.
• Wear safety goggles that comply with United States
ANSI Z87.1 and a face shield or dust mask if operation
is dusty Wear ear plugs or muffs during extended
periods of operation.
• Small loose pieces of wood or other objects that
conduct a spinning workpiece can be propelled at very
high speed. This can be avoided by keeping the lathe
clean.
• Never turn the lathe ON before clearing the bed, head
and tailstock of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except
the workpiece and related support devices for the
operation planned.
• Never place your face or body in line with the chuck or
faceplate.
• Never place your fingers or hands in path of cutting
tools.
• Never reach in back of the workpiece with either hand to
support the piece, remove wood scraps, or for any other
reason. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions
where a sudden slip could cause fingers or hand to
move into a spinning workpiece.
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