Additional Safety Instructions
for Metal Lathes
1.UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. For effi- cient and safe use of this machine, make sure you understand the use and operation of all controls.
2.SAFETY ACCESSORIES. To reduce the risk of injury from flying chips, always keep the chuck guard in place over the spindle in addition to wearing safety glasses or a face shield when cutting.
3.TOOL SELECTION. Tool breakage is a potential hazard to the operator and is an avoidable expense. Always use the proper tooling for the operation. Make sure the tooling is sharp and held firmly in place with the proper device.
4.CHUCK KEY. The chuck key could cause serious personal injury if thrown from the spinning chuck. Never leave the chuck key in the chuck.
5.SPINDLE SPEED. Select the correct speed for the type of work, material, and tooling. Allow the lathe to reach full speed before beginning the cut. Turn the lathe OFF and allow the spindle to come to a com- plete stop by itself before changing gears, speeds, or direction. NEVER attempt to slow the spindle with your hands or a tool.
6.CHANGING CHUCKS. Lathe chucks are heavy and awkward to handle, and a falling chuck can cause serious injury and proper- ty damage. Get assistance and protect the bedway with a board or chuck cradle when removing or installing chucks.
7.LATHE WORKING CONDITIONS. Protect yourself and your
8.MOUNTING WORKPIECE. Make sure the workpiece is properly mounted before starting the lathe. A workpiece thrown from the machine may severely injure you or a bystander.
9.SAFETY CLEARANCES. Make sure the workpiece has adequate clearance on all sides before starting machine. Check clear- ances for the tooling and tool holders, and all parts of the carriage before starting the lathe.
10.LEAVING LATHE. Always turn the lathe OFF before leaving it unattended. An unsu- pervised lathe that is running invites acci- dents.
11.SUPPORT LONG STOCK. Unsupported long stock mounted on the lathe will begin to whip when the spindle is turned ON. Always properly support long stock and use a slow spindle speed when cutting.
12.POWER FEEDS. Always release power feeds after completing the job. Power feeds left engaged can cause a "crash" when lathe is turned ON.
13.MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. Make sure lathe is turned OFF, disconnected from power, and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before starting any inspec- tion, adjustment, or maintenance.
14.AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, or jewelry when operating lathe. Tie back long hair and roll up sleeves.
15.EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our Technical Support at (570)
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