11.Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12.Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
13.Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14.Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15.Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
16.Use recommended accessories. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
17.Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power cord. In the event of a power failure, move switch to the “OFF” position.
18.Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
19.Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function – check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20.Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
21.Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
22.Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
23.Make sure tool is disconnected from power supply while motor is being mounted, connected or reconnected.
24.The dust generated by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. Always operate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.
25.Wear ear protection to safeguard against possible hearing loss.
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