gENERAL & SpECIFIC
SAFETY RULES
1. kNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the
tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific po-
tential hazards.
2. gROUND THE TOOL.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type re-
ceptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
NEVER
connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. kEEp gUARDS IN pLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTINg kEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. kEEp WORk AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the floor
is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust build-up.
6. AVOID DANgEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding
work space.
7. kEEp CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
8. MAkE WORkSHOp CHILD-pROOF.
With padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. USE pROpER SpEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the proper
speed.
10. USE RIgHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or an attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
11. WEAR pROpER AppAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY gLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eyeglasses
only have impact resistant lenses, thet are
NOT
safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTINg.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult manual for recommended accessories. Follow the instruc-
tions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper acces-
sories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store materials
such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
19. CHECk DAMAgED pARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are dam-
aged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will operate
properly and perform their intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condi-
tions that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts that are
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNINg UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes to a
complete stop.
SpECIFIC SAFELY RULES FOR HOLLOW CHISEL MORTISERS
1
.
DO NOT USE
until unit is completely assembled and installed accord-
ing to instructions.
2
.
IF YOU ARE NOT
thoroughly familiar with the operation of mortising
machines, obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor, or other
qualified person.
3
.
MAkE CERTAIN
the machine is fastened to a supporting surface to
prevent it from tipping over during operation.
4
.
NEVER TURN MORTISINg MACHINE ON
before clearing the table
of all objects (tools, scrap pieces, etc.).
5
.
ALWAYS kEEp
hands, fingers and hair away from the rotating bit.
6
.
DO NOT ATTEMpT
to mortise material that does not have a flat
surface, unless a suitable support is used.
7
.
ALWAYS CLAMp
workpiece securely to table with holddown to pre-
vent lifting.
8
.
ALWAYS SUppORT
workpiece securely against fence to prevent ro-
tation.
9
.
bE SURE
drill bit is sharp, not damaged and properly secured in the
chuck before operating.
10
.
MAkE SURE
chuck key is removed before starting machine.
11
.
NEVER START
mortising machine with the drill bit of chisel pressed
against the workpiece.
12
.
NEVER pERFORM LAYOUT
, assembly or setup work on mortising
machine with cutting tool rotating.
13
.
ADJUST DEpTH STOp
to avoid drilling into the table.
14
.
ALWAYS STOp
the machine before removing scrap pieces from the
table.
15
.
SHUT OFF pOWER
, remove the drill bit and chisel and clean the
table before leaving the machine.
16
.
DO NOT WEAR
gloves, neckties or loose fitting clothing.
17
.
NEVER OpERATE
mortising machine if any part is damaged or bro-
ken until it is properly repaired or replaced.
18
.
NEVER pLACE YOUR FINgERS
in a position where drill or cutting
tool could contact them if workpiece should shift unexpectedly.
