Additional Safety for Mill/Drills
UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. Make sure you understand the use and operation of all controls.
Safety accessories. Always use a chip guard in addition to your safety glasses when mill- ing/drilling to prevent bodily injury.
WORK HOLDING. Before starting the machine, be certain the workpiece has been properly clamped to the table. NEVER hold the workpiece by hand when using the mill/drill.
CHUCK KEY SAFETY. Always remove your chuck key, drawbar wrench, and any service tools immediately after use.
SPINDLE SPEEDS. Select the spindle speed that is appropriate for the type of work and mate- rial. Allow the mill/drill to gain full speed before beginning a cut.
POWER DISRUPTION. In the event of a local power outage during use of the mill, drill turn OFF all switches to avoid possible sudden start up once power is restored.
SPINDLE DIRECTION CHANGES. Never reverse spindle direction while the spindle is turning.
MACHINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE. Never operate the mill/drill with damaged or worn parts. Maintain your mill/drill in proper working condition. Perform routine inspections and maintenance promptly. Put away adjustment tools after use.
STOPPING SPINDLE. DO NOT stop the mill/drill using your hand against the chuck.
BE ATTENTIVE. DO NOT leave the mill/drill run- ning unattended for any reason.
DISCONNECT POWER. Make sure the mill/drill is turned off, disconnected from its power source and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before starting any inspection, adjustment, or maintenance procedure.
AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Keep loose cloth- ing articles such as sleeves, belts or jewelry items away from the spindle. Never wear gloves when operating the mill/drill.
TOOL HOLDING. Always use the proper tools for the material you are machining. Make sure they are held firmly in the proper tool holder for the job.
CUTTING TOOL INSPECTION. Inspect drills and end mills for sharpness, chips, or cracks before each use. Replace dull, chipped, or cracked cut- ting tools immediately. Handle new cutting tools with care. Leading edges are very sharp and can cause lacerations.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the machine! Contact our Technical Support at (570) 546- 9663.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Like all machines there is danger associated with the Model G0704. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal injury may occur.
Model G0704 (Mfg. since 09/09) |