Safety Rules
1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. Table A shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the
heavier the cord.
10.WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11.ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
13.DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15.DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters, and the like.
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before
plugging in.
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
18.NEVER STAND ON TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
19.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the too., a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function - check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20.DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
the blade or cutter only.
21.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
Ampere Rating
Volts
120
240
More
Not More
Than
Than
0
6
6
10
10
12
12
16
Table A
Total length of cord in feet
25
50
100
150
50
100
200
300
Minimum gage for cord
18
16
16
18
16
14
16
16
14
14
12
Not Recommended
Dowel and Biscuit Jointer Safety
• Jointers must be rated for at least the speed marked on the tool. Jointers running over
rated speed can fly apart and cause injury.
• Always use the guard. The guard protects the operator from broken fragments and
unintentional contact with the blade.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, because the cutter may contact its
own cord. Cutting a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and
could give the operator an electric shock.
• Do not allow anyone under the age of 18 years to use this tool. Ensure that operators
are familiar with these operating and safety instructions.
• If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this has to be done by the
manufacturer or his agent in order to avoid a safety hazard.
• It is strongly recommended that the tool always be supplied via a residual current
device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
WARNING: Do not use blunt or damaged blades.
WARNING: Check the proper function of the guard retracting system before use.
Use appropriate respiratory protection: Use of this tool can generate dust containing
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some wood
contains preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When
sanding, drilling, or cutting these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and
minimise skin contact.
a) Extension cable reels used with this tool must be completely unravelled. Minimum
conductor cross section: 1.0mm2
b) When using this tool outdoors, connect to a power supply with an RCD device and
minimum 1.5mm2 extension cable with water protected plugs in good working order
c) Ensure that the cutter or blade is securely fitted before use. Insecure cutters or blades
can be ejected from the machine causing a hazard
d) Always wait until the tool has come to a complete stop before putting it down
e) When using the tool, use safety equipment including safety glasses or shield, ear
defenders, and protective clothing including safety gloves. Wear a dust mask if the
drilling operation creates dust
f) Ensure that the lighting is adequate
g) Ensure that the cutter or blade is in NOT contact with the workpiece prior to starting
up the tool
h) Use both hands when operating this tool
i) Always fit auxiliary handles supplied with the tool unless the instructions specifically
state an exception for certain tasks
j) Do not put pressure on the tool, to do so would shorten its service life
k) Cutters and blades will get hot during operation, allow to cool prior to handling them
l) Never use your hands to remove sawdust, chips or waste close to the cutter or blade
m) If you are interrupted when operating the tool, complete the process and switch off
before looking up
n) Where possible, use clamps or a vice to hold your work
o) Always disconnect the tool from the electric supply before changing a bit
p) Examine the cutter or blade mounting regularly for signs of wear or damage. Have
damaged parts repaired by a qualified service centre
q) On completion of the work, disconnect the tool from the power source
r) Periodically check all nuts, bolts and other fixings and tighten where necessary
Cutting Tool Safety
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WARNING. Before connecting a tool to a power source (mains switch, power point receptacle,
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outlet, etc.) be sure that the voltage supply is the same as that specified on the nameplate of
the tool. A power source with a voltage greater than that specified for the tool can result in
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serious injury to the user, and damage to the tool. If in doubt, do not plug in the tool. Using a
power source with a voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to the motor.
Use the correct cutting tool
• Ensure the cutting tool is suitable for the job. Do not assume a tool is suitable without
checking the product literature before use
Protect your eyes
• Always wear appropriate eye protection when using cutting tools
• Spectacles are not designed to offer any protection when using this product; normal lenses
are not impact resistant and could shatter
Protect your hearing
• Always wear suitable hearing protection when tool noise exceeds 85dB
Protect your breathing
• Ensure that yourself, and others around you, wear suitable dust masks
Protect your hands
• Do not allow hands to get close to the cutting wheel or blades. Use a suitable push stick for
shorter workpieces with appropriate power tools
WARNING!
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