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 as described in Section 7: Maintenance.
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 you do not get caught (pinned) between the lumber and another obstruction during the planing operation. Also, ensure that there is sufficient clear- ance for the material on the outfeed side of the planer.
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 power switch off, pulling the electrical 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 asso- ciated with the Model G0505 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.
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.
G0505 121⁄2" Lean & Mean Portable Planer |