ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR
SCROLL SAWS
WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
1.DO NOT OPERATE your scroll saw until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions.
2.IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the operation of Scroll Saws, obtain advice from your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.
3.YOUR SCROLL SAW MUST be securely fastened to a stand or workbench. If there is any tendency for the stand or workbench to move during operation, the stand or workbench MUST be fastened to the floor.
4.THIS SCROLL SAW is intended for indoor use only.
5.MAKE SURE blade is properly tensioned before operating saw.
6.TO AVOID blade breakage ALWAYS adjust blade tension correctly.
7.MAKE SURE the blade teeth point downward toward the table.
8.NEVER turn the saw "ON" before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.).
9.DO NOT cut material that is too small to be safely supported.
10.AVOID awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the blade.
11.ALWAYS keep hands and fingers away from blade.
12.ALWAYS adjust holddown foot for each new operation.
13.DO NOT USE dull or bent blades.
14.DO NOT attempt to saw material that does not have a flat surface, unless a suitable support is used.
15.MAKE "relief" cuts before cutting long curves.
16.NEVER attempt to cut a curve that is too tight for the blade being used.
17.WHEN backing a blade out of a workpiece, the blade may bind in the saw kerf. This is usually caused by sawdust in the kerf. If this happens, turn "OFF" the switch and remove plug from power source outlet. Wedge open the kerf and back blade out of the workpiece.
18.THE USE of attachments and accessories not recommended by Delta may result in the risk of injuries.
19.ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the table.
20.DO NOT feed the material too fast while cutting. Only feed the material fast enough so that the blade will cut.
21.NEVER start the Scroll Saw with the stock pressed against the blade.
22.WHEN cutting a large workpiece MAKE SURE the material is supported at table height.
23.USE CAUTION when cutting material which is irregular in cross section which could pinch the blade before the cut is completed. A piece of moulding for example must lay flat on the table and not be permitted to rock while being cut.
24.USE CAUTION when cutting round material such as dowel rods or tubing. They have a tendency to roll while being cut causing the blade to "bite." Use a
25.ALWAYS release blade tension before removing the blade from the upper or lower blade holders.
26.MAKE CERTAIN table tilting lock is tightened before starting the machine.
27.NEVER reach under the table while the machine is running.
28.NEVER perform layout, assembly or
29.ALWAYS STOP the saw before removing scrap pieces from the table.
30.WHEN THE TOOL IS NOT IN USE, the switch should be locked in the “OFF” position to prevent unauthorized use.
31.SHOULD any part of your Scroll Saw be missing, damaged or fail in any way, or any electrical component fail to perform properly, shut off switch and remove plug from power supply outlet. Replace missing, damaged or failed parts before resuming operation.
32.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often
and use them to instruct others.
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