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• Always wear eye protection in the shop.
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• Remove all rings, watches, ties, and jewelry before starting to work in the shop. Sleeves must be above the elbow. Eye protection must be worn,
closed toe shoes should be worn, long pants should be worn, clothing should be close fitting, ear protection must be worn when operating power
tools and dust mask worn (especially when sanding).
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• Long hair must be tied and secured behind the shoulders.
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• Do not work alone. (Even at home)
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• Do not work on a cluttered bench.
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• Do not work on a cluttered floor.
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• Put all tools in their proper place when finished using them.
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• Clean all tools and equipment before putting them away.
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• Sharp pointed tools should be carried straight down at your side. Never carry them in your pocket.
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• Use the proper tool for the operation being performed.
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• Make sure all tools and equipment are in good condition before using them.
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• Make sure electrical equipment is in good condition before using it. This includes a proper ground.
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• Clean water, oil and other liquids off the floor as soon as they are spilled.
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• PRACTICE SAFETY AT ALL TIMES IN THE SHOP!
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• All General Safety Rules must be followed when you operate a machine.
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• Only one person will be at a machine while it is in operation.
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• Do not talk while operating a machine.
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• Think about what you are going to do before you begin the operation.
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• Never hurry while operating a machine
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• Fasten all adjustments before the power is turned on.
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• Remove all wrenches, tools, and extra material from the machine before the power is turned on. Vibrations can draw loose items into the blade.
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• Keep your fingers and hands away from all moving parts of a machine. Belts, pulleys, gears, blades, etc. can be dangerous.
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• Keep all safety guards in their proper position while the machine is in operation.
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• Avoid getting into awkward positions when using a machine.
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• Do not stand in line with a revolving tool or flywheel.
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• Everyone must stay outside the danger zone when a machine is operating.
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• Be sure your hands are dry before touching any electrical switch or plug.
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• Never begin an operation until the machine has reached full speed.
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• Shut the power off if a machine is not working properly or it starts making unusual noises.
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• Always turn the power off before you leave a machine.
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• Never leave a machine until it has come to a complete stop.
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• Wait patiently for the machine to stop. Never attempt to slow it by grabbing a moving part.
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• Allow the machine to come to a dead stop and unplug it before oiling, cleaning or adjusting it.
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• WORK SAFELY AT ALL TIMES!
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• Only cut on the forward stroke of the machine (pull stroke)
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• Hold stock securely against the fence.
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• Keep the saw table clear of scraps, but never remove scrap until the saw has stopped and been returned to its position behind the fence.
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• Keep fingers at least 6 inches from the saw blade when cutting.
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• Do not use the radial arm saw for ripping.
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• Cut slowly. The saw has a tendency to pull itself into the stock
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• Stand beside the jointer while operating it.
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• Make sure no one is directly behind the jointer while it is being operated. A kickback could throw a board in that direction.
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• Hold the stock firmly on the table and against the fence as it is run over the jointer.
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• Change the position of the hands so that they do not pass directly over the cutters when feeding. Never drag the thumb or fingers behind the
stock.
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• Use a push stick when jointing narrow stock.
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• Use a push block when face jointing.
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• Never joint stock less than 1/2 inch wide or 6 inches long.
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• One-eighth of an inch is the maximum depth of cut.
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• Adjust the depth of cut before the power is turned on.
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• Never joint end grain.
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• Never adjust the outfeed table.
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• Stock with large cracks, loose knots, nails, screws, sand, or paint on any of the working surfaces should never be planed.
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• Keep the guard closed over the knives at all times.
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• Do not attempt to plane odd shaped pieces.
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• When cutting a bevel or chamfer, adjust the fence to the proper angle. Use the fence to guide the stock.
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• Set the guide 1/4 inch above the board being cut.
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• Allow the saw to reach full speed before starting to cut.
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• Cut slowly so that you do not twist or overload the blade.
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• Do not back out of long cuts unless the blade is at a dead stop.
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• Stock being cut must lay flat on the table to avoid pinching the blade.
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• Fingers must be kept at least 2 inches from the blade at all times.
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• No part of your body should be placed across the line of the saw.
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• Do not stand to the right side of the saw. If the blade breaks it may fly out in that direction.
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• Always use a V-block when cutting round stock.
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• Always use relief cuts when cutting curves.
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• If the blade breaks:1) stand back, 2) shut off the power.
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• Do not use fingers to remove scrap while the blade is moving.
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• Never turn the band saw on with the band wheel covers off.
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• Small pieces that are to be drilled must be clamped to the table or held in a vise.
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• Be sure that the chuck key is removed from the chuck before turning on the power.
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• When drilling into hard materials (metals) always use a center punch to make a dent which will guide the drill as it starts to cut.
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• On deep cuts, back out frequently to clean and cool the bit.
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• Drill slowly with only moderate pressure.
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• Keep hands away from rotating bit.
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• Bore large diameter holes at slow speed.
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• Keep your fingers at least 2 inches from the moving abrasive.
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• Place the work on the "down stroke" of the sanding disc.
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• Never hold small pieces by hand. There is too much danger that the piece will shift and the fingers will contact the moving abrasive.
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• The clearance between the sanding disc or belt and the table should not exceed 1/16 inch.
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• The table must be level with the center of the disc.
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• Hold the work securely with two hands.
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• Use light pressure. The sander should be used only for surfacing and not cutting stock to size.
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• Place the stock on the table.
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• Check the abrasive disc and belt for breaks and tears before starting the sander.
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• Never sand metal on the sander – it is for wood only.
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• Be sure to use the dust collector.
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