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Safety Instructions For Power Tools

9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make

16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTION-

sure your extension cord is in good condi-

AL STARTING. On machines with mag-

tion. Conductor size should be in accor-

netic contact starting switches there is a

dance with the chart below. The amperage

risk of starting if the machine is bumped or

rating should be listed on the motor or tool

jarred. Always disconnect from power

nameplate. An undersized cord will cause

source before adjusting or servicing. Make

a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of

sure switch is in OFF position before recon-

power and overheating. Your extension

necting.

cord must also contain a ground wire and

plug pin. Always repair or replace exten-

17. MANY WOODWORKING TOOLS CAN

sion cords if they become damaged.

“KICKBACK” THE WORKPIECE toward

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords

the operator if not handled properly. Know

what conditions can create “kickback” and

know how to avoid them. Read the manual

LENGTH

accompanying the machine thoroughly.

25ft

50ft

100ft

0-6

18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur-

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ther use of the tool, a guard or other part

11-12

that is damaged should be carefully

checked to determine that it will operate

13-16

properly and perform its intended function.

17-20

Check for alignment of moving parts, bind-

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ing of moving parts, breakage of parts,

10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

mounting, and any other conditions that

may affect its operation. A guard or other

loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,

part that is damaged should be properly

bracelets, or other jewelry which may get

repaired or replaced.

caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear

is recommended. Wear protective hair cov-

19. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-

ering to contain long hair.

TENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Do not

11. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also

leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

use face or dust mask if cutting operation is

20. NEVER OPERATE A MACHINE WHEN

dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact

TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF

resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.

DRUGS OR ALCOHOL. Full mental alert-

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold

ness is required at all times when running

a machine.

work when practical. It’s safer than using your

hand and frees both hands to operate tool.

21. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR

13. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper foot-

INEXPERIENCED

PERSONEL

OPERATE THE MACHINE. Make

sure

ing and balance at all times.

any instructions you give in regards to

14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep

machine operation are approved, correct,

safe, and clearly understood.

tools sharp and clean for best and safest

performance. Follow instructions for lubri-

22. IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE EXPERIENC-

cating and changing accessories.

ING DIFFICULTIES performing the intend-

15. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.

ed operation,

stop

using

the machine!

Then contact

our service

department or

Consult the owner’s manual for

recom-

ask a qualified expert how the operation

mended accessories. The use of improper

should be performed.

accessories may cause risk of injury.

G8690 Variable Speed Wood Lathe

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