SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Safety Rules
Earlier in this manual we covered general shop and machine safety rules. This section will address safety rules specific to your mortiser.
•Be sure to observe all electrical requirements such as fuse sizing, wire sizing, machine grounding and any other electrical considera- tion.
•Always wear eye protection while operating this mortiser. Also use a respirator to avoid breathing dust. All safety equipment must be ANSI approved.
•Always be aware of the condition of the wood you are mortising. Pay particular attention to knots, splits, and other potentially dangerous areas.
•Never attempt to operate the mortiser with bits or chisels that are dull or damaged. They will burn the wood and cause it to bind.
•Maintain the mortiser in proper working condi- tion. Perform machine inspections and main- tenance services promptly when called for.
•Always put adjustment tools away after use.
•Before machine inspection, maintenance or changing accessories: Turn off switch, unplug power cord and wait for all moving parts to stop.
•Keep hands away from the chisel and bit while this tool is being operated.
•Always have the chisel opening facing away from the operator or the fence.
•The bit should reach full speed before begin- ning a cut.
•Always feed chisel evenly and smoothly.
•Do not touch the chisel during the mortising operation.
•Never leave the mortiser running unattended.
This sums up our review of safety guidelines. Remember that every shop has its own specific hazards. Be sure, above all else, to use good common sense and reasonable caution each time you start this Hollow Chisel Mortiser, or any woodworking machinery. Proper safety stan- dards rarely take any more time or energy when followed religiously. Develop a habit of safety.
Caution
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