model t23108 (mfg. since 7/10) -5-
DISCONNECTING POWER SUPPLY. Alwaysdis-
connect machine from power supply before ser-
vicing, adjusting, or changing cutting tools (bits,
blades,cutters, etc.).Make sure switchis inOFF
positionbeforereconnectingtoavoidan unexpect-
edorunintentionalstart.
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-
connectpower, remove switch keys, or lock-out
machinetopreventunauthorizeduse—especially
aroundchildren.Makeworkshopkidproof!
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
minimizeriskofinjury.
ONLY USE AS INTENDED.Only use machine
for its intended purpose. Never modify or alter
machineforapurposenotintendedbythemanu-
facturerorseriousinjurymayresult!
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.Consult
thisowner’smanual orthemanufacturer forrec-
ommendedaccessories. Using improper acces-
sorieswillincreasetheriskofserious injury.
CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keepchildren
andbystandersa safedistance awayfrom work
area.Stopusing machineif childrenorbystand-
ersbecomeadistraction.
REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS.Neverleave
adjustmenttools,chuckkeys,wrenches,etc.inor
onmachine—especiallynearmovingparts.Verify
removalbeforestarting!
SECURING WORKPIECE. When required, use
clampsor visesto secureworkpiece. A secured
workpieceprotectshandsandfrees bothofthem
tooperatethemachine.
FEED DIRECTION.Unlessotherwisenoted,feed
work against the rotation of blades or cutters.
Feedinginthesamedirectionofrotationmaypull
yourhandintothecut.
FORCING MACHINERY.Do notforce machine.
Itwill dothe job saferand betterat the ratefor
whichitwasdesigned.
GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers can
protectyou from accidental contact with moving
partsor flying debris. Make sure they are prop-
erlyinstalled, undamaged,and workingcorrectly
beforeusingmachine.
NEVER STAND ON MACHINE.Seriousinjuryor
accidentalcontact with cutting tool may occur if
machineistipped.Machinemaybedamaged.
STABLE MACHINE. Unexpectedmovementdur-
ingoperationsgreatly increasestherisk ofinjury
andloss of control. Verify machines are stable/
secure and mobile bases (if used) are locked
beforestarting.
AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing
andbalanceatalltimeswhenoperatingmachine.
Donotoverreach!Avoidawkward handpositions
thatmake workpiece control difficult or increase
theriskofaccidentalinjury.
UNATTENDED OPERATION. Neverleave
machinerunningwhileunattended.Turnmachine
offandensureallmovingpartscompletelystop
beforewalkingaway.
MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Followallmaintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
machineingoodworkingcondition.Animproperly
maintainedmachinemayincreasetheriskofseri-
ousinjury.
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.
Alwaysrepairor replacedamagedor mis-adjust-
edpartsbeforeoperatingmachine.
EXPERIENCING D IFFICULTIES. Ifatanytime
youare experiencing difficulties performing the
intended operation,stopusingthemachine!
Contactour Technical Support Department at
(570)546-9663.