General Safety Notes - Jet JWBS-16X Mode D'emploi

When working on the machine, all safety mechanisms and
covers must be mounted.
In addition to the safety requirements contained in this
operating instructions and your country's applicable
regulations, you should observe the generally recognized
technical rules concerning the operation of woodworking
machines.
Any other use exceeds authorization.
In the event of unauthorized use of the machine, the
manufacturer renounces all liability and the responsibility is
transferred exclusively to the operator.

3.2 General safety notes

Woodworking machines can be dangerous if not used
properly. Therefore the appropriate general technical rules as
well as the following notes must be observed.
Read and understand the entire instruction manual before
attempting assembly or operation.
Keep this operating instruction close by the machine,
protected from dirt and humidity, and pass it over to the new
owner if you part with the tool.
No changes to the machine may be made.
Daily inspect the function and existence of the safety
appliances before you start the machine.
Do not attempt operation in this case, protect the machine by
unplugging the mains cord.
Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
Before operating the machine, remove tie, rings, watches,
other jewellery, and roll up sleeves above the elbows.
Wear safety shoes; never wear leisure shoes or sandals.
Always wear the approved working outfit
- safety goggles
- ear protection
- dust protection
Do not wear gloves while operating this machine.
For the safe handling of sawblades wear work gloves.
Observe the chapter "save operation" in this manual.
Control the stopping time of the machine, it may not be longer
than 10 seconds.
Work only with a sharp and flawless sawblade.
Work only with fence well tightened.
Insure that the workpiece does not roll when cutting round
pieces.
Use suitable table extensions and supporting aids for difficult
to handle workpieces.
Always lower the blade guide close to the workpiece.
With the machine table is inclined use the fence and position
it on the bottom side only.
Always hold and guide the workpieces safely during
machining.
Remove cut and jammed workpieces only when motor is
turned off and the machine is at a complete standstill.
Install the machine so that there is sufficient space for safe
operation and workpiece handling.
Keep work area well lighted.
The machine is designed to operate in closed rooms and
must be placed stable on firm and levelled ground.
Make sure that the power cord does not impede work and
cause people to trip.
Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap
material, oil and grease.
Stay alert!
Give your work undivided attention. Use common sense.
Keep an ergonomic body position.
Maintain a balanced stance at all times.
Do not operate the machine when you are tired.
Do not operate the machine under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or any medication. Be aware that medication can
change your behaviour.
Keep children and visitors a safe distance from the work area.
Never reach into the machine while it is operating or running
down.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Before you leave
the workplace switch off the machine.
Do not operate the electric tool near inflammable liquids or
gases.
Observe the fire fighting and fire alert options, for example
the fire extinguisher operation and place.
Do not use the machine in a dump environment and do not
expose it to rain.
Wood dust is explosive and can also represent a risk to
health.
Dust form some tropical woods in particular, and from
hardwoods like beach and oak, is classified as a carcinogenic
substance.
Always use a suitable dust extraction device
Before machining, remove any nails and other foreign bodies
from the workpiece.
Use a push block when working the ends of narrow stock.
Always store the push stick or the push wood handle with the
machine, also when not in use.
Specifications regarding the maximum or minimum size of the
workpiece must be observed.
Do not remove chips and workpiece parts until the machine is
at a complete standstill.
Never operate with the guards not in place – serious risk of
injury!
Do not stand on the machine.
Connection and repair work on the electrical installation may
be carried out by a qualified electrician only.
Have a damaged or worn cord replaced immediately.
Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the
machine unplugged from the power source.
Remove defective sawblades immediately.