Additional Safety For Milling Machines - Grizzly G0726 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Milling Machines

UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS: The mill is a
complex machine that presents severe cutting or
amputation hazards if used incorrectly. Make sure
you understand the use and operation of all con-
trols before you begin milling.
SAFETY ACCESSORIES: Flying chips or debris
from the cutting operation can cause eye injury
or blindness. Always use safety glasses or a face
shield when milling.
WORK HOLDING: Before starting the machine,
be certain the workpiece has been properly
clamped to the table. NEVER hold the workpiece
by hand during operation. Milling a workpiece that
is not properly secured to the table or in a vise
could cause the workpiece to be ejected at the
operator with deadly force!
SPINDLE SPEED: To avoid tool or workpiece
breakage that could send flying debris at the
operator and bystanders, use the correct spindle
speed for the operation. Allow the spindle to gain
full speed before beginning the cut.
CHIP CLEANUP: Chips from the operation are
sharp and hot. Touching them can cause burns or
cuts. Using compressed air to clear chips could
cause them to fly into your eyes, and may drive
them deep into the working parts of the machine.
Use a brush or vacuum to clear away chips and
debris from machine or workpiece and NEVER
clear chips while spindle is turning.
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents
are frequently caused by lack of familiarity
or failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety pre-
cautions are overlooked or ignored, seri-
ous personal injury may occur.
Model G0726 (Mfg. Since 7/11)
STOPPING SPINDLE: To reduce the risk of
hand injuries or entanglement hazards, DO NOT
attempt to stop the spindle with your hand or a
tool. Allow the spindle to stop on its own or use
the spindle brake.
SPINDLE DIRECTION CHANGE: Changing
spindle rotation direction while it is spinning could
lead to impact injury from broken tool or workpiece
debris, as well as workpiece or machine damage.
ALWAYS make sure the spindle is at a complete
stop before changing spindle direction.
MACHINE CARE & MAINTENANCE: Operating
the mill with excessively worn or damaged machine
parts increases risk of machine or workpiece
breakage which could eject hazardous debris at
the operator. Operating a mill in poor condition will
also reduce the quality of the results. To reduce
this risk, maintain the mill in proper working con-
dition by ALWAYS promptly performing routine
inspections and maintenance.
CUTTING TOOL USAGE: Cutting tools have
very sharp leading edges—handle them with
care! Using cutting tools that are in good condi-
tion helps to ensure quality milling results and
reduces risk of personal injury from broken tool
debris. Inspect cutting tools for sharpness, chips,
or cracks before each use, and ALWAYS make
sure cutting tools are firmly held in place before
starting the machine.
No list of safety guidelines can be com-
plete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies
to your individual working conditions. Use
this and other machinery with caution and
respect. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equip-
ment, or poor work results.
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