IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
W oodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possi- bility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks,
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular applica- tion, DO N O T use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
DELTA INTERNATIONAL MACHINERY C O R P. M A N A G E R O F TECHNICAL SERVICES
246 ALPHA DRIVE
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA 15238
(IN CANADA: 644 IMPERIAL ROAD, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
WARNING: FAILURE TO F O L L O W THESE RULES M AY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
1. F O R Y O U R O W N SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION M A N U A L BEFORE O P E R ATING THE TO O L. Learn the tool s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.
2.KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3.ALW AYS W E A R EYE PROTECTION.
4.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS A N D WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP W O R K A R E A CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
6.DON T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area
7.KEEP CHILDREN A N D VISITO R S AW AY.All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. | M A K E W O R K S H O P CHILDPROOF with padlocks, |
master switches, or by removing starter keys. | |
9. | DON T FORCE TO O L. It will do the job better and be |
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
10.USE RIGHT TO O L. Don t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
11.W E A R PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12.ALW AYS USE SAFETY GLASSES.W ear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13.SECURE W O R K. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It s safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
14.DON T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TO O L S IN TO P CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
16.DISCONNECT TO O L S before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
18.R E D U C E THE RISK O F UNINTENTIONAL STA R T- ING. Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in power cord.
19.NEVER STA N D O N TO O L. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
20.CHECK D A M A G E D PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be care- fully checked to ensure 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.
21.DIRECTION O F FEED.Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. NEVER LEAVE TO O L RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN P O W E R OFF. Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
23.DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
24. M A K E SURE TO O L IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or re- connected.
25.W ARNING: The dust generated by certain woods and wood products can be injurious to your health. Always oper- ate machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems whenever possible.
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