Additional Safety Instructions For The Lathe
1.MAKE SURE ALL GUARDS are in place and that the lathe sits on a flat, stable sur- face.
2.BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE be certain the workpiece has been properly engaged in the chuck and tailstock center (if in use) and that there is adequate clearance for full rotation.
3.ADJUST TOOL HOLDER to provide prop- er support for the turning tool you will be using. Test tool holder clearance by rotat- ing workpiece by hand before turning lathe on.
4.SELECT THE TURNING SPEED which is appropriate for the type of work and the type of material. Allow the lathe to gain its full speed before beginning turning.
5.NEVER CHANGE FEED RATE or spindle speeds while the lathe is turning.
6.NEVER REVERSE MOTOR DIRECTION while the lathe is running.
7.DO NOT STOP LATHE USING YOUR HAND against the workpiece.
8.DO NOT LEAVE LATHE RUNNING UNATTENDED for any reason.
9.NEVER OPERATE THE LATHE WITH DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS. Maintain your lathe in proper working condition. Perform routine inspections and mainte- nance promptly when called for. Put away adjustment tools after use.
10.MAKE SURE YOUR METAL LATHE IS TURNED OFF, disconnected from its power source and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before starting any inspection, adjustment, or mainte- nance procedure.
11.KEEP LOOSE CLOTHING ARTICLES such as sleeves, belts or jewelry items away from the lathe spindle.
12.ALWAYS USE THE PROPER CUTTING TOOLS for the material you are turning, make certain they are sharp and that they are held firmly in the tool holder.
13.ALWAYS PLACE A BOARD OR PIECE OF PLYWOOD ACROSS THE BEDWAY when removing or installing chucks to avoid the possibility of a finger pinch point occurring between a loose chuck and the edges of the bedway.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious per- sonal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.
Like all power tools, there is danger asso- ciated with the Model G4002/3 Metal Lathe. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
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