Safety Warnings - Jet EHB-916V Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

3.0 SAFETY WARNINGS

1. Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
4. This band saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the
proper and safe operation of a band saw, do not use until proper training and knowledge have been obtained.
5. Do not use this band saw for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, JET
holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this band saw. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose
clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do not wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
9. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead based paint.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in
a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter
out microscopic particles.
10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
11. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
12. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.
14. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the
machine before turning it on.
15. Avoid contact with coolant, especially guarding your eyes.
16. Always keeps hands and fingers away from the blade when the machine is running.
17. Never hand hold the material. Always use the vise and clamp it securely.
18. Always provide adequate support for long and heavy material.
19. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and
replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.
20. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, 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.
21. Do not use power tools in damp/wet locations or other dangerous environments. Do not expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare overhead lighting.
22. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
23. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away. Workshop should be childproof; padlocks, master switches,
remove starter keys.
24. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and "horse-play" are careless acts that can result in
serious injury.
25. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach or
use excessive force to perform any machine operation.
26. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The
right tool will do the job better and more safely.
27. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
28. Maintain tools with care. Keep blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
29. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides and thrust bearings.
30. Turn off the machine and disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a brush to remove chips or debris — do not use your hands.
31. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
32. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
33. Be sure that the blade is not in contact with the workpiece when the motor is started. The motor shall be started and you should allow
the saw to come up to full speed before bringing the saw blade into contact with the workpiece.
34. Adjust upper guide to clear workpiece. Hold workpiece fi rmly against table.
35. Direction of feed — feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
36. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualifi ed electrician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards.
37. Do not remove jammed pieces until blade has stopped.
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