21.Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.
22.Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing safety keys.
23.Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and
24.Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
25.Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and safer.
26.Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
27.Maintain tools with care. Keep cutter sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
28.Check the cutter for cracks or missing teeth. Do not use a cracked cutter or one with missing teeth or improper set. Make sure the cutter is securely locked on the arbor.
29.Keep hands clear of the cutter area. Do not reach past the cutter to clear parts or scrap with the shaper running. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause your hand to contact the cutter.
30.Do not attempt to shape boards with loose knots or with nails or other foreign material, on its surface. Do not attempt to shape twisted, warped, bowed or “in wind” stock unless one edge has been jointed for guiding purposes prior to shaping.
31.Do not attempt to shape long or wide boards unsupported where spring or weight could cause the board to shift position.
32.Always use safety devices for all operations where they can be used.
33.Be sure to check the direction of spindle rotation before use.
34.Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips or debris — do not use your hands.
35.Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
36.Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
37.Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even death.
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