Safety Precautions - Sharp SW-180NC Instruction Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For your safety, please read and understand the instruction manual before you operate the machine.
The operator should always follow these safety guidelines:
 The machine should only be used for its designated purpose.
 Do not wear gloves, neckties, jewelry or loose clothing/hair while operating the machine.
 For eye protection, always wear protective safety glasses.
 Check the blade tension and adjust blade guides before starting the machine.
 Use auxiliary clamping or supporting devices to fix material in place before cutting long
workpieces. Always make sure the material is clamped firmly in place before starting to cut.
 Do not remove jammed or cut-off pieces until the blade has come to a full stop.
 Keep fingers away from the path of the blade.
 Protection devices should be in place at all times. For your own safety, never remove these
devices.
 Disconnect machine from the power source before making repairs or adjustments.
 Wear protection gloves only when changing the blade.
 Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
 Do not take your eyes off the machine while in operation.
 Do place warning signs to mark out machine work zone and restrict entry to be staff-only.
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