Harbor Freight Tools 45861 operating instructions Lathe Safety Warnings

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tool or these instructions to oper- ate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e.Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam- aged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

g.Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations differ- ent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5.Service

a.Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Lathe Safety Warnings

1.Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or miss- ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2.Do not run the Lathe without its cov- ers and guards in place.

3.Use a brush or compressed air to remove metal shavings; never your hands. The metal shavings will be sharp.

4.The tool must always be tight within the tool post or chuck and adjusted to limit projection from the post. This will reduce the possibility of the tool breaking or bending.

5.Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

6.Do not reach across the Lathe while it is running.

7.Industrial applications must follow OSHA guidelines.

8.Do not use the Lathe if it is off-bal- ance, or the workpiece is not properly centered.

9.Only feed workpiece into a cutting tool against the direction of rotation.

10.Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leav- ing.

11.This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.

12.People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.

Electromagnetic fields in close prox- imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak- er failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:

Avoid operating alone.

Do not use with power switch locked on.

Properly maintain and inspect to

SKU 45861

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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