Important Safety Instructions - Jet GH-1440ZX Operation And Maintenance Instructions

1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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 lathe 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 lathe, do not use until proper training
and knowledge have been obtained.
5. Do not use this lathe for other than its intended
use. If used for other purposes, JET disclaims any
real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless
from any injury that may result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields
while using this lathe. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety
glasses.
7. Before operating this lathe, 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. Do not operate this machine while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
10. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power
supply.
11. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
12. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with
the machine unplugged from the power source.
13. 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.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Provide for adequate space surrounding work
area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
17. Keep the floor around the machine clean and
free of scrap material, oil and grease.
18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work
area. Keep children away.
19. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
20. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and "horse-
play" are careless acts that can result in serious
injury.
21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that
you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do
not overreach or use excessive force to perform
any machine operation. Never force the cutting
action.
22. 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 safer.
23. Use recommended
accessories may be hazardous.
24. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean for the best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
25. Do not attempt to adjust or remove tools during
operation.
26. Turn off the machine and disconnect from
power before cleaning. Use a brush to remove
shavings or debris — do not use your hands.
27. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury
could occur if the machine tips over.
28. Never leave the machine running unattended.
Turn the power off and do not leave the
machine until it comes to a complete stop.
29. Remove loose items and unnecessary work
pieces from the area before starting the
machine.
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