General Instructions For 230V Machines - Axminster SBW3501B Instruction Manual

General Instructions for 230V Machines

Good Working Practices/Safety
The following suggestions will enable you to observe
good working practices, keep yourself and fellow
workers safe and maintain your tools and equipment
in good working order.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
Mains Powered Tools
Primary Precautions
These machines are supplied with attached16 Amp.
plug and 3 core power cable. Before using the machine
inspect the cable and the plug to make sure that
neither are damaged. If any damage is visible have the
tool inspected/repaired by a suitably qualified person.
If it is necessary to replace the plug, it is preferable to
use an 'unbreakable' type that will resist damage on site.
Only use a 16 Amp plug and make sure the cable clamp
is tightened securely. Fuse as required. If extension leads
are to be used, carry out the same safety checks on them
and ensure that they are correctly rated to safely supply
the current that is required for your machine.
Work Place/Environment
Make sure when the machine is placed that it sits firmly
on the floor; that it does not rock and is sufficiently clear
of adjacent obstacles so that cutting operations will not
be impeded. Check you have adequate clearance both
in front of and behind the machine when cutting long
timber. If you are liable to be processing unwieldy or
awkward work pieces, it is suggested that you consider
fastening the machine down to the floor.
The machine is not designed for sub-aqua operation,
do not use when or where it is liable to get wet. If the
machine is set up in the open, and it starts to rain
(unusual though this would be in U.K.), cover it up or
move it into the dry. If the machine has got wet, dry it
off as soon as possible with a cloth or paper towel.
Do not use 230V a.c. powered machines anywhere within
a site area that is flooded or puddled and do not trail
extension cables across wet areas.
Keep the machines clean; it will enable you to more easily
see any damage that may have occurred.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS
Clean the machine with a damp soapy cloth if needs be,
do not use any solvents or cleaners as these may cause
damage to any plastic parts or to the electrical
components.
Keep the work area as uncluttered as is practical, this
includes personnel as well as material. It is good practice
to leave the machine unplugged until work is about to
commence, also make sure to unplug the machine when
it is not in use or unattended.
Always disconnect by pulling on the plug body and not
the cable. Once you are ready to commence work,
remove all tools used in the setting operations (if any)
and place safely out of the way. Re-connect the machine.
Carry out a final "tightness" check e.g. guide fence, table
tilt, etc.., check that the 'cutting path' (in this case the path
that the work piece will travel) is unobstructed.
Make sure you are comfortable before you start work;
balanced, not reaching etc..
If the work you are carrying out is liable to generate
flying grit, dust or chips wear the appropriate safety
clothing, goggles, gloves, masks etc., and if the work
operation appears to be excessively noisy, wear
ear-defenders.
If you wear your hair in a long style, wearing a cap, safety
helmet, hair net, even a sweatband, will minimise the
possibility of your hair being caught up in the rotating
parts of the tool. Likewise, consideration should be given
to the removal of rings and wristwatches, if these are
liable to be a 'snag' hazard. Consideration should also be
given to nonslip footwear, etc..
DO NOT work with cutting tools of any description if
you are tired, your attention is wandering or you are
being subjected to distraction. A deep cut, a lost
fingertip or worse; is not worth it!
DO NOT use this machine within the designated safety
areas of flammable liquid stores or in areas where there
may be volatile gases. There are very expensive, very
specialised machines for working in these areas, THIS IS
NOT ONE OF THEM.
Check that blades are the correct type and size, are
undamaged and are kept clean and sharp, this will
maintain their operating performance and lessen the
loading on the machine.
Above all, OBSERVE.... make sure you know what is
happening around you and USE YOUR COMMON
SENSE.
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