model t23108 (mfg. since 7/10) -5-
DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. Alwaysdis-
connect machine from power supply before ser-
vicing, adjusting, or changing cutting tools (bits,
blades,cutters, etc.).Make sure switchis inOFF
positionbeforereconnectingtoavoidan unexpect-
edorunintentionalstart.
APPROVED OPERATION. Untrained operators
can be seriously hurt by machinery. Only allow
trained or properly supervised people to use
machine.When machine is not being used, dis-
connectpower, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machinetopreventunauthorizeduse—especially
aroundchildren.Makeworkshopkidproof!
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Donotuse
machinery in wet or rainy locations, cluttered
areas,around flammables, or in poorly-lit areas.
Keep work area clean, dry, and well-lighted to
minimizeriskofinjury.
ONLY USE AS INTENDED.Only use machine
for its intended purpose. Never modify or alter
machineforapurposenotintendedbythemanu-
facturerorseriousinjurymayresult!
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.Consult
thisowner’smanual orthemanufacturer forrec-
ommendedaccessories. Using improper acces-
sorieswillincreasetheriskofserious injury.
CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keepchildren
andbystandersa safedistance awayfrom work
area.Stopusing machineif childrenorbystand-
ersbecomeadistraction.
REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS.Neverleave
adjustmenttools,chuckkeys,wrenches,etc.inor
onmachine—especiallynearmovingparts.Verify
removalbeforestarting!
SECURING WORKPIECE. When required, use
clampsor visesto secureworkpiece. A secured
workpieceprotectshandsandfrees bothofthem
tooperatethemachine.
FEED DIRECTION.Unlessotherwisenoted,feed
work against the rotation of blades or cutters.
Feedinginthesamedirectionofrotationmaypull
yourhandintothecut.
FORCING MACHINERY.Do notforce machine.
Itwill dothe job saferand betterat the ratefor
whichitwasdesigned.
GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers can
protectyou from accidental contact with moving
partsor flying debris. Make sure they are prop-
erlyinstalled, undamaged,and workingcorrectly
beforeusingmachine.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE.Seriousinjuryor
accidentalcontact with cutting tool may occur if
machineistipped.Machinemaybedamaged.
STABLE MACHINE. Unexpectedmovementdur-
ingoperationsgreatly increasestherisk ofinjury
andloss of control. Verify machines are stable/
secure and mobile bases (if used) are locked
beforestarting.
AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
andbalanceatalltimeswhenoperatingmachine.
Donotoverreach!Avoidawkward handpositions
thatmake workpiece control difficult or increase
theriskofaccidentalinjury.
UNATTENDED OPERATION. Neverleave
machinerunningwhileunattended.Turnmachine
offandensureallmovingpartscompletelystop
beforewalkingaway.
MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Followallmaintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machineingoodworkingcondition.Animproperly
maintainedmachinemayincreasetheriskofseri-
ousinjury.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect
machine for damaged parts, loose bolts, mis-
adjusted or mis-aligned parts, binding, or any
other conditions that may affect safe operation.
Alwaysrepairor replacedamagedor mis-adjust-
edpartsbeforeoperatingmachine.
EXPERIENCING D IFFICULTIES. Ifatanytime
youare experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation,stopusingthemachine!
Contactour Technical Support Department at
(570)546-9663.