Safety; Precautions; Power Lockout Procedure - Challenge MS-5 Technical Service And Parts Manual

2.0 Safety

2.1 Precautions

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This machine is designed for one-person operation. Never operate the machine with more
than one person.
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Safe use of this machine is the responsibility of the operator. Use good judgment and
common sense when working with and around this machine.
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Read and understand all instructions thoroughly before using the machine. If questions
remain, contact the dealer from which you purchased this machine. Failure to understand the
operating instructions may result in personal injury.
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Only trained and authorized people should operate this machine.
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Do not alter safety guards or devices. They are for your protection. Severe personal injury
may result.
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Disconnect power before cleaning or performing maintenance. See Section 2.2 Power
Lockout Procedure.
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Observe all caution labels on this machine.
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High Speed Drill - Keep rags, loose clothing and long hair away form rotating drill. Personal
injury could result from items being caught on drill.
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Keep foreign objects off table and away from drill.
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Be extremely careful when handling and changing the drills. Severe lacerations or
dismemberment could result from careless handling procedure.
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Keep the floor around the machine free of trim, debris, oil and grease.
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If the machine sounds or operates abnormally, turn it off and consult the Trouble Shooting
section of this manual. If the problem cannot be corrected, have it checked by a qualified
service person or your Authorized Challenge Dealer.
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CRUSH HAZARD, keep feet off the pedal when handling paper under the pressure feet. DO
NOT REST FOOT ON PEDAL at any time!
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DO NOT REACH UNDER THE DRILL AREA!
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DO NOT OPERATE WITH ANY GUARDS REMOVED! Replace all guards after adjusting,
lubricating or servicing the machine.
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Severe Lacerations - Contact with high-speed drill could cause severe injury. Always turn
machine off and wait for drill to stop before removing drill bits. Keep hands away from drill(s)
when operating.

2.2 Power Lockout Procedure

For maximum safety when making adjustments or repairs to your machine, be sure to lock out the
main power control switch to which the machine is connected. The switch should be moved to the
OFF position and a padlock placed in the loop. The person servicing the machine should hold the
key.
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