Performax 240-3726 Operator's Manual page 5

16" scroll saw
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Safety is a combination of using common sense, staying
alert, and knowing how your scroll saw works. Read this
manual to understand this scroll saw and how to use
it safely.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious personal injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
GENERAL SAFETY IMFORMATION
CAUTION:
Always
procedures as de ned in this manual — even if you
are familiar with use of this or similar tools. Remember that
being careless for even a fraction of a second can result in
severe personal injury.
WARNING:
To avoid the risk of personal injury,
do not modify this power tool or use accessories not
recommended to t your tool.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
• DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well lit.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a
safe distance from work area.
• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
• DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOLS. Don't force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that
may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
• ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust
mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses
only have impact-resistant lenses, they are NOT safety
glasses.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
follow
proper
operating
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, when changing
accessories, such as knives and motor brushes.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in Off position before plugging in the
scroll saw.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
instruction manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
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 the
tool's operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
• DIRECTION OF FEED. Hold the workpiece tightly in both
hands and push it slowly towards the saw blade to prevent
the blade breaking or rotating.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete
stop.
• DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE THE TOOL. Any alteration
or modi cation is considered misuse and may result in
serious personal injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
BEFORE OPERATING
• Check for proper assembly and proper alignment of
moving parts. Understand the function and proper use
of the ON/OFF switch.
• Know the condition of the scroll saw. If any part is missing,
bent or does not operate properly, replace the component
before you use the scroll saw.
• Determine the type of work you are going to be doing.
Properly protect your body including your eyes, hands,
face and ears.
• To avoid injury caused by pieces thrown from accessories,
use only recommended accessories designed for this saw.
Follow this instruction supplied with the accessory. The
use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
• To avoid contact with rotating equipment:
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