-10- G9744Z Metal Cutting Bandsaw
Additional Safety Instructions for Metal Cutting Bandsaws8. FIRE HAZARD. Use EXTREME CAUTION
if cutting magnesium. Using the wrong cut-
ting fluid will lead to chip fire and possible
explosion.
9. CUTTING FLUID SAFETY. Always follow
manufacturer’s cutting fluid safety instruc-
tions. Pay particular attention to contact,
contamination, inhalation, storage and dis-
posal warnings. Spilled cutting fluid is a
slipping hazard and a toxicity hazard.
10. ATTENTION TO WORK AREA. Never
leave a machine running and unattended.
Pay attention to the actions of others in the
area to avoid unintended accidents.
11. MAINTENANCE/SERVICE. All inspec-
tions, adjustments, and maintenance are
to be done with the machine OFF and the
power disconnected to the machine. Wait
for all moving parts to come to a complete
stop.
12. HEARING PROTECTION & HAZARDS.
Noise generated by blade and workpiece
vibration, material handling, and power
transmission can cause permanent hear-
ing loss over time and interfere with com-
munication and audible signals. Always
wear hearing protection.
13. HOT SURFACES. Due to friction, the
workpiece, chips, and some machine com-
ponents can be hot enough to burn you.
1. BLADE CONDITION. Do not operate with
dull, cracked or badly worn blade. Inspect
blades for cracks and missing teeth before
each use.
2. HAND PLACEMENT. Never position fin-
gers or thumbs in line with the cut. Hands
could be crushed in vise or by falling
machine components or cut by the blade.
3. ENTANGLEMENT HAZARDS. Do n ot
operate this bandsaw without blade guard
in place. Otherwise, loose clothing, jewelry,
long hair and work gloves can be drawn
into working parts.
4. BLADE REPLACEMENT. When replacing
blades, make sure teeth face toward the
workpiece. Wear gloves to protect hands
and safety glasses to protect eyes.
5. WORKPIECE HANDLING. Always sup-
port the workpiece with table, vise, or other
support fixture. Flag long pieces to avoid a
tripping hazard. Never hold the workpiece
with your hands during a cut.
6. LOSS OF STABILITY. Unsupported
workpieces may jeopardize machine sta-
bility and cause the machine to tip and fall,
which could cause serious injury.
7. POWER INTERRUPTION. Unplug machine
after power interruption. Machines without
magnetic switches can start up after power
is restored.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Like all
machines there is danger associated with the Model G9744Z. Accidents are frequently caused
by lack of familiarity or failure to p ay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to
lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety pr ecautions are overlooked or ignored,
serious personal injury may occur.