Safety - Steel City 35-215S3 Owner's Manual

This manual is not totally comprehensive. It does not and can not convey every possible safety and
operational problem which may arise while using this machine. The manual will cover many of the basic
and specific safety procedures needed in an industrial environment.
All federal and state laws and any regulations having
jurisdiction covering the safety requirements for use of this
machine take precedence over the statements in this
manual. Users of this machine must adhere to all such
regulations.
Below is a list of symbols that are used to attract your
attention to possible dangerous conditions.
These are safety alert symbols. They are used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury
or death.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, wILL result in death or serious injury.
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, wILL result in serious injury or death.
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Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, CoULD result in serious injury or death.
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ALwAYs wear hearing protection. Plain
cotton is not an acceptable protective
device. Hearing equipment should comply
with ANSI S3.19 Standards.
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ALwAYs
wear
machine can throw debris into the eyes
during operation, which could cause severe
and permanent eye damage. Everyday
eyeglasses are noT safety glasses.
ALwAYs wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSI
standard Z87.1) when operating power tools.
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CHILDProoF THe worKsHoP AreA
by removing switch keys, unplugging tools
from the electrical receptacles, and using
padlocks. Do noT use near or around
children.

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eye protection. Any
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Exposure to the dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities may cause serious
and permanent respiratory or other injury,
including silicosis (a serious lung disease),
cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid
prolonged contact with dust. The dust may contain
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other
masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide
for proper dust removal. Use a dust collection system
along with an air filtration system whenever possible.
Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved
respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure,
and wash exposed areas with soap and water.
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To reDUCe the risk of electrical shock.
Do noT use this machine outdoors. Do
noT expose to rain or moisture. Store
indoors in a dry area. Do noT handle the
plug with wet hands.
1. To avoid serious injury or damage to the machine, read
the entire User Manual before assembly and operation
of this machine.
2. Serious personal injury may occur if normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored. Accidents are
frequently caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay
attention. Obtain advice from supervisor, instructor, or
another qualified individual who is familiar with this
machine and its operation.
3. sToP using this machine, if at any time you experience
difficulties in performing any operation. Contact your
supervisor, instructor or machine service center
immediately.