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Workpiece.Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to turn or may require
modification before they are safe to turn. Before.turning,.
inspect.all.workpieces.for.the.following:
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Workpiece Type:
This machine is intended for turning natural wood
products. Never attempt to turn any composite
wood materials, plastics, metal, stone, or rubber
workpieces; turning these materials can lead to
machine damage or severe injury.
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Foreign Objects:
Nails, staples, dirt, rocks and other foreign objects
are often embedded in wood. While cutting, these
objects can become dislodged and hit the operator,
cause tool grab, or break the turning tool, which
might then fly apart. Always visually inspect your
workpiece for these items. If they can't be removed,
DO NOT turn the workpiece.
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Large/Loose Knots:
Loose knots can become dislodged during the turning
operation. Large knots can cause a workpiece to
completely break in half during turning and cause
machine damage and injury. Choose workpieces that
do not have large/loose knots.
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Excessive Warping:
Workpieces with excessive bowing or twisting
are unstable and unbalanced. Never turn these
workpieces at high speed, or instability will be
magnified and the workpiece can be ejected from
the lathe causing injury. Only turn concentric
workpieces!
Model W1856 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19)
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