INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR POLISHING LATHE
Models PR75 and PR52
SAFETY NOTICE:
WARNING
Statements describe conditions that may lead to personnel injury including potentially fatal injuries if the
machine is not properly used and warnings are not properly followed.
Caution
Statements describe conditions that may lead to equipment damage. Electrical shock can cause serious
or fatal injury. Only qualified personnel should install, maintain or troubleshoot this equipment.
WARNING:
Do not operate this polishing lathe until you are sure that you are completely familiar with the safe
operation of the polishing lathe, all accessories and safety equipment. Improper use can lead to
severe injury. This manual defines proper use of this equipment. Contact Ray Foster Dental
Equipment if you do not understand any procedure or operation concerning this polishing lathe or
this manual.
WARNING:
Prevent electrical shock hazard and accidental machine operation. Always disconnect polishing
lathe from the power source before servicing, or performing maintenance.
WARNING:
Use a holder when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it keeps hands away from wheel.
Always keep hands at least 2 inches from wheels.
WARNING:
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before connecting to power
source.
WARNING:
Be sure the system is properly grounded before applying power. Do not apply power before you
ensure that grounds are connected. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury. Follow the
National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for the safe installation of this equipment.
WARNING:
Always use safety glasses with side shields (or full face shield) when operating the polishing
lathe. Do not use ordinary eyeglasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
WARNING:
Unsuitable accessories or attachments added to this machine can create hazards. Ray Foster
Dental Equipment accessories are specifically designed to be used with this polishing lathe. Use
accessories or attachments only in the proper intended manner. Accessories or attachments
obtained from another source may cause hazards. Consult the manufacturer before use.
WARNING:
Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use polishing lathes in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain. Electrical shock can cause serious or fatal injury. Follow the National
Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes for the safe installation of this equipment.
WARNING:
Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
WARNING:
When starting the polishing lathe for the first time, or after installing a replacement wheel, it is
most important that the operator stand aside for at least one minute of rotation at full speed. This
is the correct practice since wheels can disintegrate if they have received damage during shipping
or handling.
