Additional Safety Rules - DeWalt DW733 Instruction Manual

into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
5) Service
a ) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Additional Safety Rules for Thickness
Planer
• It is advisable to wear safety goggles when operating.
• Make sure that the machine is placed on an even surface.
• Remove all nails and metal objects from the workpiece
before starting work. Do not use splintery wood.
• Ensure the machine is in perfect working condition. Never
run the machine without all guards in place.
• Always use sharp blades of the correct type designed for
the material to be cut.
• Keep your hands well clear of the blades.
• Never plane material shorter than 19.685" (500 mm).
• Refrain from removing any cut-offs or other parts of the
workpiece from the cutting area whilst the machine
is running.
• Without additional support the machine is designed to
accept the maximum workpiece size of:
ʵ Width 12.4" (315 mm) by height 5.9 " (150 mm) by
length 39.37" (1000 mm).
ʵ Longer workpieces need to be supported by suitable
additional table. Always clamp the workpiece safely.
• In case of an accident or machine failure immediately turn
the machine off and disconnect from the mains.
• Report the failure and mark the machine in suitable form
to prevent other people from using the defective machine.
• When the cutterhead is blocked due to abnormal feed
force during cutting, turn the machine off and disconnect
from power supply. Remove the workpiece and ensure
that the cutterhead runs free. Turn the machine on and
start new cutting operation with reduced feed force.
• Never use the machine for working any material other
than wood. Examine the workpiece carefully for faults
which may affect the machining process.
• Whenever the situation allows, clamp the machine to
a bench.
• Ensure the blades are well sharpened. The blades can be
re-sharpened up to 3 times. After that the blades must be
replaced. Use only D WALT blades and spare parts.
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• Before use, check all safety related parts, such as switch,
cutterhead, anti-kickback device and feed speed roller for
proper function.
• Adjust the infeed and outfeed tables correctly.
• Wear safety gloves when handling the cutter block and
rough material.
• Ensure the operator is adequately trained in the use,
adjustment and operation of the machine.
• To reduce risk of injury, turn the machine off and
disconnect from the power source before installing and
removing accessories. Make sure the power switch is in the
off position.
• Never carry out stopped work (i.e., cuts that do not involve
working over the full length of the workpiece).
• Avoid working badly bowed wood providing inadequate
contact with the infeed table.
Residual Risks
The following risks are inherent to the use of planers:
ʵ Injuries caused by touching the rotating parts.
In spite of the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual risks
cannot be avoided.
These are:
• Risk of accidents caused by the uncovered parts of the
rotating blade.
• Risk of injury when changing the blade.
• Risk of squeezing fingers when opening the guards.
• Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed when
planing wood, especially oak, beech and MDF.
The following factors increase the risk of breathing problems:
• No dust extractor connected when sawing wood.
• Insufficient dust extraction caused by uncleaned
exhaust filters.
• Worn cutter blades.
• Infeed table not correctly adjusted.
Additional Safety Information

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or
dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures 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 those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
• Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
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