Additional Safety Instructions For The Lathe

1.MAKE SURE ALL GUARDS are in place and that the Lathe sits on a flat, stable sur- face.

2.ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION or a face shield when operating the Lathe. Use a respirator to avoid inhaling dust. All safe- ty equipment should be ANSI approved.

3.BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE be certain the workpiece has been properly imbedded on the headstock and tailstock centers and that there is adequate clear- ance for the full rotation.

4.ADJUST TOOL REST to provide proper support for the turning tool you will be using. Test tool rest clearance by rotating workpiece by hand before turning lathe on.

5.REMOVE INDEXING PIN before turning lathe on.

6.SELECT THE TURNING SPEED which is appropriate for the type of work. Allow the lathe to gain its full speed before beginning turning.

7.ALWAYS OBSERVE THE CONDITION of the materials you are turning. Pay particu- lar attention to knots, splits and other potentially dangerous conditions.

8.NEVER OPERATE THE LATHE WITH DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS. Maintain your lathe in proper working condition. Perform routine inspections and mainte- nance promptly when called for. Put away adjustment tools after use.

9.MAKE SURE YOUR WOOD LATHE IS TURNED OFF, disconnected from its power source and all moving parts have come to a complete stop before starting any inspection, adjustment, or mainte- nance procedure.

10.DO NOT LEAVE LATHE RUNNING UNATTENDED for any reason.

11.DO NOT STOP LATHE USING YOUR HAND against the workpiece.

12.KEEP LOOSE CLOTHING ARTICLES such as sleeves, belts or jewelry items away from the lathe spindle.

13.WHEN FACE PLATE TURNING, use lathe chisels on the downward spinning side of the workpiece only.

14.REMOVE THE TOOL REST when per- forming sanding or polishing operations on the rotating spindle.

15.KEEP LATHE TOOLS PROPERLY SHARPENED and hold firmly in the prop- er position when turning.

Like all power tools, there is danger associated with the Model G1495 Heavy-Duty Lathe. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored serious personal injury may occur.

G1495 Heavy-Duty Wood Lathe

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