equipment such as adjusting keys, wrenches, scrap, stock, and cleaning rags are removed away from the machine before turning on.
14.Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately when maintenance is complete.
15.Make sure the tool is firmly secured to a stable work surface before use.
16.Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
17.Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and
18.Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
19.Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.
20.Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
21.Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse- play" are careless acts that can result in serious injury.
22.Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the tool or its moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
23.Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed
rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The right tool will do the job better and safer.
24.Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
25.Maintain machinery with care. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
26.Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove dust or debris — do not use your hands.
27.Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
28.Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
29.At all times, hold the stock firmly.
30.Do not use this tool for other than it intended use. If used for other purposes, DELTA® Power Equipment Corporation disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury or damage which may result from that use.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even death.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
1.DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is completely assembled and installed according to the instructions. A machine incorrectly assembled can cause serious injury.
2.OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of this machine. Knowledge is safety.
3.FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended electrical connections to prevent shock or electrocution.
4. KEEP KNIVES SHARP and free from rust and pitch. Dull or rusted knives work harder and can cause kickback.
5.TIGHTEN THE INFEED/OUTFEED TABLES before starting the machine. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause serious injury.
6.PROPERLY SECURE THE BLADES IN THE CUTTERHEAD before turning the power “ON”. Loose blades may be thrown out at high speeds.
7.NEVER TURN THE MACHINE “ON” before clearing the table of all objects (tools, scraps of wood, etc.). Flying debris can cause serious injury.
8.NEVER TURN THE MACHINE “ON” with the workpiece contacting the cutterhead. Kickback can occur.
9.AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND POSITIONS. A sudden slip could cause a hand to move into the cutterhead.
10.KEEP ARMS, HANDS, AND FINGERS away from the cutterhead to prevent severe injury.
11.NEVER MAKE CUTS deeper than 1/8" (3.2mm) to prevent kickback.
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