Additional Safety Instructions For The
Portable Planer
1.Ensure that the machine is firmly secured to a bench or table before use.
2.Always be aware of the condition of the wood you are planing. Pay particular atten- tion to knots, splits, and other potential areas where the grain may be getting ready to separate.
3.Perform machine inspection and mainte- nance services regularly.
4.Make sure the planer knives are sharp, balanced, and set correctly and securely. Operate planer only with both knives in the cutterhead.
5.Do not plane any
6.Position yourself so as not to get caught (pinned) between the lumber and another obstruction during the planing operation. Also, ensure that there is sufficient clear- ance for the material being fed.
7.Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts and away from the infeed and outfeed section of the planer. Do not reach into the machine at any time for any reason without first turning the switch off, pulling the elec- trical plug and after the machine has come to a full stop.
8.Any
9.Never leave the planer running unattended.
10.Habits – good and bad – are hard to break. Develop good habits in your shop and safe- ty will become
Like all power tools, there is danger associ- ated with the Model G8794 Portable Planer. 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.
Operating this equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury. Always wear safety glass- es or goggles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Be certain the safety glass- es you wear meet the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
G8794 121⁄2" Portable Planer |