Additional Safety Instructions For The G2891
1.Before turning your lathe on, ensure that the cutting tool is well away from the turning square. Ensure that the turn- ing square will rotate freely.
2.Make sure the workpiece and the tem- plate or master spindle are securely mounted.
3.Always start the lathe at its slowest speed.
4.Maintain minimal play in the guide cable and carriage.
5.To prevent excessive vibration, don’t force the cutting tool or take too big a cut in one pass. Recommended maxi- mum cut is 1⁄16"
6.Make sure cable path is unobstructed at all times.
7.Before any copying operation, ensure that the headstock and tailstock of your lathe are centered on the same axis.
8.While working, position yourself so you are within easy reach of all lathe and Copy Attachment controls.
9.Keep base lubricated to ensure smooth carriage movement during copying. DO NOT lubricate the cable, it is friction operated.
10.Do not make any adjustments to the lathe or copy attachment while the lathe is operating. If adjustments are neces- sary, turn the lathe off, unplug the power cord and wait for the moving parts to stop.
11.Habits - good and bad - are hard to break. Develop good habits and safety will become
Like all power tools, there is danger associ- ated with the Model G2891 Lathe Copy Attachment. Accidents are frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention to the tool or your work. 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.
This equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury. Always wear safety glasses or gog- gles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. Be sure your safety glasses meet American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equipment or poor work results.
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