Electrical Safety, Grounding Instructions

MAKE SURE THE POWER SWITCH IS IN “OFF” POSITION before plugging in to prevent unintentional starting.

USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. See the table provided.

NEVER LEAVE THE EQUIPMENT RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave the work area until it comes to a complete stop.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

USE PROPER GROUNDING techniques in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.

DO NOT MODIFY the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

REPAIR OR REPLACE damaged or worn cords immediately.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR BAND SAWS

DO NOT STARE into the laser beam.

NEVER AIM the laser beam at any person or an object other than the work piece. NEVER AIM the laser beam at a work piece with a reflective surface.

WEAR EAR PROTECTION. Wear a breathing mask. Wear eye protection. DO NOT REMOVE jammed cutoff pieces until the blade has stopped. MAINTAIN PROPER ADJUSTMENT of blade tension, blade guides, and thrust bearings. PERIODICALLY CHECK that all nuts, bolts and other fixings are properly tightened.

DO NOT STORE materials or equipment above a machine in such a way that they could fall into it Ensure that your work is always on the table. Never make a cut with the work off the table.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

The electrical power source for this band saw MUST be grounded in order prevent possible electric shock or even death should the tool malfunction or breakdown. Grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current thus reducing the risk of electrical shock. The power source must also use a minimum 20A service and not used if other power tools on the same circuit are in use.

This band saw is equipped with a grounded 3-wire power cord with a 3-prong plug.

If the power cord will not fit into the wall plug, an approved adapter can be used as long as it is connected to the center screw in the wall plate. Never modify the elec- trical plug by cutting off the grounding prong so it will fit into unapproved, un- grounded electrical receptacles.

If you have questions about hooking up the band saw, contact a certified electrical contractor to install the proper circuitry acceptable for this and other power tools you use. Repair or replace any damaged electrical wiring

IMMEDIATELY.

GROUNDED RECEPTACLE	UNGROUNDED AC RECEPTACLE

COVERPLATE

MOUNTING SCREW

POWER CORD

GROUNDING ADAPTER

POWER CORD

FIGURE 1. CONNECTING THE BAND SAW TO THE AC POWER RECEPTACLE

EXTENSION CORD USAGE

Extension cords, if used, must be properly grounded with a 3-prong plug on one and a 3-hole receptacle on the other. DO NOT use grounding adapters with an extension cord. Extension cords must be UL listed and use a minimum of 18 A.W.G. wiring. Extension cords should never exceed 25 feet in length. Extension cords, that are too long, cause a voltage drop over the extra distance causing the grinder motor to run slower with the pos- sibility of causing damage to the motor. Using extension cords with smaller than the rec- ommended wire gauge run the risk of getting too hot, melting, and/or causing fires. See table, “Extension Cord Specifications”, on page 26.

Use proper grounding techniques. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock resulting in personal injury or death.

If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary: DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live ter- minal. Failure to do so can result in personal injury or death.