13.DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14.MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest per- formance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15.DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER before servicing and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, and cutters.
16.AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position before plug- ging in the cord.
17.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Do not operate the machine until you are certain it is in perfect run- ning condition.
18.NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNAT- TENDED - TURN POWER OFF. Do not leave the tool until it comes to a full stop.
19.DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL IF USING DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION.
20.DO NOT WORK IN HASTE or operate machine if you are mentally or physically fatigued.
21.IF THERE IS SOMETHING YOU DO NOT KNOW OR UNDERSTAND, DO NOT OPER- ATE MACHINE! Ask for help first. Confusion is dangerous.
22.BAD HABITS ARE DANGEROUS. Review all safety procedures often.
B. Additional Safety Rules For The Shop Fox®
1.Feed against the rotation of the cutter, saw blade, or sanding tool. Caution: Be aware when you reverse the rotation on a machine like a shaper.
2.Cut end grain before putting an edge all the way around any stock such as a table top, raised panel, or rail end.
3.Guard against grain tear out by placing a scrap piece behind the work so the cutter exits through it as the workpiece clears the bit.
4.Use quality material. Wood that is cupped, warped, bent, or split will not machine properly and is dangerous. Do not shape loose material such as knots.
5.Wear the appropriate ANSI approved safety equip- ment for eyes, face, ears, and lungs.
6.Check all devices that hold cutting tools in place, i.e. router collets, shaper spindles, moulding head gibs and arbor nuts.
7.Always use sharp cutting tools.
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8.Plan your work. Figure your steps out before you start machining.
9.Do not shape material that is too small to be clamped securely, even for the Shop Fox®.
10.Make sure that all fasteners such as the cap screws are not loose. Tighten them if necessary.
11.Make sure all clamps, jigs, and fixtures associated with the Shop Fox® and other tools are clear of the cutting tool. It is imperative that all clamp- ing methods be done correctly and inspected for proper clearance.
12.Make sure your workpiece is solidly supported and all clamps are secure. Unstable work may
When adjusting the Shop Fox® or stationary machine, always turn the machine off, make sure it has come to a complete stop and pull the plug from the outlet or interrupt power at the disconnect switch BEFORE performing such duties.
