Operating and Maintenance Manual
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HOFFMANN MU3-P & MU3-PD
• Version 7.205.00 • 01-2018
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Potential Sources of Danger
6.1 Unapproved Use
Unapproved procedures are:
Processing work pieces made of material other than solid wood or wood related material such as
MDF, particle board, plywood, etc.
Operating of the machine by more than one operator at the same time.
Unapproved use and/or misuse of the machine can result in the following:
Minor to severe injuries to the machine operator and/or bystanders.
Damage to the machine and/or work pieces.
6.2 Mechanical Dangers
During operation of this machine sharp router bits rotate at high speeds.
These components can cause severe injury if hair or clothing or extremities become entangled.
Never reach into the machine during operation!!
Only make adjustments during operation if these adjustments are absolutely necessary and if the
procedure is fully outlined and approved in this operator manual.
6.3 Defective equipment
If the machine does not function properly and if the fault cannot be rectified immediately, the equipment must be
shut down by the person responsible for the operation.
Signs of defective are:
The machine shows signs of mechanical damage.
Electrical wires or cables are damaged.
The machine was stored or has not been in use for an extended period of time in an unsuitable
environment, for example in high relative humidity or too high or too low temperature.
6.4 Electrical Dangers
Dangerous electrical current is present in different locations inside of the
machine’s limit switch
when the power cord is plugged in, even if the machine is not being operated and the motor is switched off. Do
not remove any switch cover or motor end cap.
Never use damaged or worn cables, wires, supply lines or electrical components or parts on this
machine.