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.).Makesure switchis inOFF
positionbeforereconnectingtoavoidanunexpect-
edorunintentionalstart.
APPROVED OPERATION.Untrained operators
canbe seriously hurt by machinery. Only allow
trained or properly supervised people to use
machine.When machine is not being used, dis-
connectpower, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machinetopreventunauthorizeduse—especially
aroundchildren.Makeworkshopkidproof!
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Donotuse
machinery in wet or rainy locations, cluttered
areas,aroundflammables,orindarkareas.Keep
workareaclean,dry,andwell-lighted.
ONLY USE AS INTENDED. Only use machine
forits intended purpose. Never modify machine
forapurposenotintendedbythemanufacturer!
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.Consult
thisowner’smanualor themanufacturerforrec-
ommendedaccessories. Using improper acces-
sorieswillincreasetheriskofseriousinjury.
CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keepchildren
andbystandersa safedistanceaway fromwork
area.��Stopusing machineifchildrenor bystand-
ersbecomeadistraction.
REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS.Neverleave
adjustmenttools,chuckkeys,wrenches,etc.inor
onmachine—especiallynearmovingparts.Verify
removalbeforestarting!
SECURING WORKPIECE.When required, use
clampsor visestosecure workpiece.A secured
workpieceprotectshandsandfreesboth ofthem
tooperatethemachine.
FEED DIRECTION.Unlessotherwisenoted,feed
work against the rotation of blades or cutters.
Feedinginthesamedirectionofrotationmaypull
yourhandintothecut.
FORCING MACHINERY.Do notforcemachine.
Itwill dothejob saferand betterat therate for
whichitwasdesigned.
GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers can
protectyou from accidental contact with moving
partsor flying debris. Make sure they are prop-
erlyinstalled,undamaged, andworking correctly
beforeusingmachine.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE.Seriousinjuryor
accidentalcontact with cutting tool may occur if
machineistipped.Machinemaybedamaged.
STABLE MACHINE. Unexpectedmovementdur-
ingoperations greatly increases risk of injury or
lossof control. Before starting, verify machines
arestableandmobilebase(ifused)islocked.
AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
andbalanceatalltimeswhenoperatingmachine.
Donotoverreach!Avoidawkwardhand positions
thatmake workpiece control difficult or increase
theriskofaccidentalinjury.
UNATTENDED OPERATION. Neverleave
machinerunningwhileunattended.Turnmachine
offandensureallmovingpartscompletelystop
beforewalkingaway.
MAINTAIN WITH CARE.Follow allmaintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machineingoodworkingcondition.Animproperly
maintainedmachineincreasesriskofinjury.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.Regularly inspect
machine for damaged parts, loose bolts, mis-
adjusted or mis-aligned parts, binding, or any
otherconditions that may affect safe operation.
Alwaysrepairorreplace damagedormis-adjust-
edpartsbeforeoperatingmachine.
MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnect-
ingcord -connected machines frompow er,grab
andpulltheplug— NOTthecord.Pullingthecord
maydamage the wires inside. Donothandle
cord/plugwithwethands.Avoidcorddamageby
keepingitawayfromheated surfaces,hightraffic
areas,harshchemicals,andwet/d amplocations.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. Ifatanytime
youare experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation,stopusingthemachine!
Contactour Technical Support Department at
(570)546-9663.