Laguna Tools MCNC Creator I-23 Owner's Manual page 7

1.3.2 Health and Safety
1. Always wear approved personal health and saf ety equipment as indicated f or the materials
and type of operations that will be perf ormed. These should include a dust mask, hearing
protection, saf ety clothing, and saf ety glasses/f ace s hield. Wear ear protectors (plugs or
muf f s) even during short periods of operation.
2. Bef ore operating this machine: remove all hand, wrist, or neck jewelry and push sleeves up
over the elbows. Do not wear loose clothing which may become caught in the machi ne and
conf ine long hair. Non-slip f ootwear or anti-skid f loor strips are recommended.
3. Use a dust mask or other saf eguards to avoid inhaling dust generated f rom wood products.
Install dust collection equipment consistent with shop ventilation practices and budget.
Remove dust and debris f rom the f loor f requently to prevent slipping. Drilling, sawing,
sanding, or machining wood products generates wood dust and other substances known to
the State of Calif ornia to cause cancer. Wood products also emit chemical s known to the
State of Calif ornia to cause birth def ects or other reproductive harm (Calif ornia Health and
Saf ety Code Section 56).
4. In addition to other health hazards, dust f rom wood and other materials is f lammable. Do not
operate welding, wood burning, smelting, soldering, or other high-heat tools on the Creator
CNC machine or vicinity.
5. Do not operate this machine while tired or under the inf luence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medications.
1.3.3 Electrical
1. Verif y the switch is in the OFF position bef ore connecting the machine to the power supply.
2. Verif y the machine is properly grounded and the circuit is protected with a f use or circuit
breaker in accordance with local codes. Install a separate circuit if necessary to limit power
loss when multiple machines in the shop are operating simultaneously. If necessary, place a
cover on the outlet to prevent accidental disconnection.
3. Verif y all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged f rom the power
source.
4. Follow ef f ective lockout procedures to reduce the risk f rom high voltage wires and
components and prevent accidental operation.
5. Do not operate in a damp or wet location or exposed to rain, f og, or snow.
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