Additional Safety For Power Feeds - Grizzly H8178 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Power Feeds

1. UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. Make sure
you understand the use and operation of all
power feed controls.
2. SAFETY ACCESSORIES. Always wear your
safety glasses when using the power feed.
3. WORK HOLDING. Before starting the power
feed, be certain the workpiece has been
properly clamped to the table. NEVER hold
the workpiece against the table by hand dur-
ing power feed operations.
4. SPINDLE SPEEDS. Select the spindle speed
that is appropriate for the type of work and
material. Allow the mill/drill to gain full speed
before beginning a power feed operation.
5. POWER DISRUPTION. In the event of a
local power outage when using the power
feed, turn OFF all switches to avoid possible
sudden start up once power is restored.
6. BE ATTENTIVE. DO NOT leave the area for
any reason during any power feed opera-
tion.
7. DISCONNECT POWER. Unplug the power
feed from power before starting any inspec-
tion, adjustment, or maintenance procedure.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete. Every shop environment is different. Like all
machines there is danger associated with the Model H8178. Accidents are frequently caused by
lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this machine with respect and caution to lessen
the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious
personal injury may occur.
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8. MACHINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE.
Never operate the power feed if the table is
out of adjustment, is damaged, or has worn
parts. Maintain your mill/drill in proper work-
ing condition. Perform routine inspections
and maintenance promptly. Put away adjust-
ment tools after use.
9. AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Keep loose
clothing articles such as sleeves, belts or jew-
elry items away from the table handwheels,
and moving parts.
10. CLEAN-UP. DO NOT clear chips by hand, or
blow off with compressed air. Use a brush,
and never clear chips while the power feed is
operating.
11. CUTTING TOOL INSPECTION. Inspect end
mills for sharpness, chips, or cracks before
beginning a power feed operation. Replace
dull, chipped, or cracked cutting tools imme-
diately. Handle new cutting tools with care.
Leading edges are very sharp and can cause
lacerations.
12. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties per-
forming the intended operation, stop using
the machine! Contact our Technical Support
at (570) 546-9663.
Model H8178 Power Feed