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SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Operation Safety |
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To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine, read and understand this entire manual before beginning any operations.
Damage to your eyes and lungs could result from using woodworking machinery without proper protective gear. Always wear safety glasses and a respirator when operating this machine.
Loose hair, clothing, or
jewelry could get caught
in machinery and cause
serious personal injury.
Keep these items away
from moving parts at all times to reduce this risk.
NOTICE
If you have never used this type of machine or equipment before, We strongly rec- ommend that you read books, trade maga- zines, or get formal training before begin- ning any projects. Regardless of the con- tent in this section, Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable for accidents caused by lack of training.
You MUST assemble all guards, fences, and
Power feeders reduce kickback hazards and improve cutting results by feeding in a consistent and stable manner. Remember, do not to stand in the path of potential kickback. When not in use, support the power feeder with a wooden block so the rubber wheels are raised above the table and do not compress from the weight of the power feeder.
The lock levers and handcranks on this power feeder allow you to adjust the power feeder track- ing and height to accommodate many workpiece sizes. Before loosening any lock lever, always support the power feeder with a block of wood, so the power feeder does not drop and cause damage.
Adjust the power feeder so it is
Next, adjust the power feeder so the rubber wheels are parallel with the table surface, and are 1⁄8" lower than the thickness of your workpiece. This adjustment ensures that the workpiece will not slip or hang in the middle of a cut. Always double check that the power feeder wheels are slightly lower than the workpiece before you begin feeding operations. Otherwise, the workpiece may slip and kickback.