![](/images/backgrounds/274597/bg9.png)
model g0555/g0555p (mfg. Since 5/11) -7-
DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY.Always dis-
connect machine from power supply before ser-
vicing, adjusting, or changing cutting tools (bits,
blades,cutters, etc.).Makesure switchis inOFF
positionbeforereconnectingtoavoidanunexpect-
edorunintentionalstart.
APPROVED OPERATION.Untrained operators
canbe seriously hurt by machinery. Only allow
trained or properly supervised people to use
machine.When machine is not being used, dis-
connectpower, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machinetopreventunauthorizeduse—especially
aroundchildren.Makeworkshopkidproof!
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Donotuse
machinery in wet or rainy locations, cluttered
areas,aroundflammables,orindarkareas.Keep
workareaclean,dry,andwell-lighted.
ONLY USE AS INTENDED. Only use machine
forits intended purpose. Never modify machine
forapurposenotintendedbythemanufacturer!
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.Consult
thisowner’smanualor themanufacturerforrec-
ommendedaccessories. Using improper acces-
sorieswillincreasetheriskofseriousinjury.
CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keepchildren
andbystandersa safedistanceaway fromwork
area.��Stopusing machineifchildrenor bystand-
ersbecomeadistraction.
REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS.Neverleave
adjustmenttools,chuckkeys,wrenches,etc.inor
onmachine—especiallynearmovingparts.Verify
removalbeforestarting!
SECURING WORKPIECE.When required, use
clampsor visestosecure workpiece.A secured
workpieceprotectshandsandfreesboth ofthem
tooperatethemachine.
FEED DIRECTION.Unlessotherwisenoted,feed
work against the rotation of blades or cutters.
Feedinginthesamedirectionofrotationmaypull
yourhandintothecut.
FORCING MACHINERY.Do notforcemachine.
Itwill dothejob saferand betterat therate for
whichitwasdesigned.
GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers can
protectyou from accidental contact with moving
partsor flying debris. Make sure they are prop-
erlyinstalled,undamaged, andworking correctly
beforeusingmachine.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE.Seriousinjuryor
accidentalcontact with cutting tool may occur if
machineistipped.Machinemaybedamaged.
STABLE MACHINE. Unexpectedmovementdur-
ingoperations greatly increases risk of injury or
lossof control. Before starting, verify machines
arestableandmobilebase(ifused)islocked.
AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
andbalanceatalltimeswhenoperatingmachine.
Donotoverreach!Avoidawkwardhand positions
thatmake workpiece control difficult or increase
theriskofaccidentalinjury.
UNATTENDED OPERATION. Neverleave
machinerunningwhileunattended.Turnmachine
offandensureallmovingpartscompletelystop
beforewalkingaway.
MAINTAIN WITH CARE.Follow allmaintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machineingoodworkingcondition.Animproperly
maintainedmachineincreasesriskofinjury.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.Regularly inspect
machine for damaged parts, loose bolts, mis-
adjusted or mis-aligned parts, binding, or any
otherconditions that may affect safe operation.
Alwaysrepairorreplace damagedormis-adjust-
edpartsbeforeoperatingmachine.
MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect-
ingcord -connected machines frompow er,grab
andpulltheplug— NOTthecord.Pullingthecord
maydamage the wires inside. Donothandle
cord/plugwithwethands.Avoidcorddamageby
keepingitawayfromheated surfaces,hightraffic
areas,harshchemicals,andwet/d amplocations.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. Ifatanytime
youare experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation,stopusingthemachine!
Contactour Technical Support Department at
(570)546-9663.