Additional Safety Instructions For Lathes
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.SELECT THE TURNING SPEED which is appropriate for the type of work. Allow the lathe to gain its full speed before beginning turning.
6.ALWAYS OBSERVE THE CONDITION of the materials you are turning. Pay particu- lar attention to knots, splits and other potentially dangerous conditions.
7.WHEN FACE PLATE TURNING, use lathe chisels on the downward spinning side of the workpiece only.
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 inspec- tion, adjustment, or maintenance proce- dure.
10.DO NOT LEAVE LATHE RUNNING UNAT- TENDED 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.REMOVE THE TOOL REST when perform- ing sanding or polishing operations on the rotating spindle.
14.KEEP LATHE TOOLS PROPERLY SHARPENED and hold firmly in the proper position when turning.
Operating this equipment has the potential to propel debris into the air which can cause eye injury. Always wear safety glass- es or goggles when operating equipment. Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses. Be certain the safety glass- es you wear meet the appropriate stan- dards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
No list of safety guidelines can be com- plete. Every shop environment is different. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. Use this and other machinery with caution and respect. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury, damage to equip- ment or poor work results.
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