Important Safety Instructions - Promac PBD-3069 Manual

3.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS LATHE.
– To reduce risk of injury:
1. Read and understand entire owner's manual before
attempting assembly or operation of this machine.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the
machine and in this manual.
3. Replace warning labels if they become obscured or
removed.
4. This machine 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 metal
lathe, do not use until proper training and knowledge
have been obtained.
5. Do not use this machine for other than its intended use. If
used for other purposes, PROMAC 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 or face shield while
using this machine. (Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.)
7. Before operating this machine, remove tie, rings, watches
and other jewellery, and roll sleeves up past the elbows.
Remove loose clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip
footwear or anti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do
not wear gloves.
8. Wear hearing protection (plugs or muffs) during extended
periods of operation.
9. Some dust created by sawing may contain chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:

Lead from lead based paint.

Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other
masonry products.

Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber.
Your risk of exposure 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 face or dust masks
that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
10. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
11. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before
connecting the machine to the power supply. Turn off all
controls before unplugging.
12. Make certain the machine is properly grounded. Connect
to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding
instructions.
13. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the
machine unplugged from the power source.
14. 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.
15. 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 after
maintenance is complete.
16. 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.
17. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and
non-glare, overhead lighting.
18. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap
material, oil and grease.
19. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep
children away.
20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master
switches or by removing starter keys.
21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around,
carrying on a conversation and "horse-play" are careless
acts that can result in serious injury.
22. Keep an ergonomic body position. Maintain a balanced
stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against
the chuck or other moving parts. Do not overreach or use
excessive force to perform any machine operation.
23. 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.
24. The machine is intended for indoor use. To reduce the risk
of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
25. Do not handle plug or machine with wet hands.
26. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may
be hazardous.
27. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for
the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
28. Turn off machine and disconnect from power before
cleaning. Use a brush or compressed air to remove chips
or debris; do not use bare hands.
29. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if
the machine tips over.
30. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the
power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to
a complete stop.