General Instructions For 230V Machines - Axminster AW16BMST User Manual

General Instructions for 230v Machines...

Good Working Practices/Safety
The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working
practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain your
tools and equipment in good working order.
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WARNING!!
General Advice
Work Place/Environment
The machine is not designed for working outside, do not use when or where it is liable to get wet. If
the machine does get wet; dry it off as soon as possible, with a cloth or paper towel.
Do not use 230Va.c. powered machines anywhere within a site area that is flooded or puddled, and
do not trail extension cables across wet areas.
Keep the machines clean; it will enable you to more easily see any damage that may have occurred.
Clean the machine with a damp soapy cloth if needs be, do not use any solvents or cleaners, as
these may cause damage to any plastic parts or to the electrical components.
Keep the work area as well lit and uncluttered as is practical, this includes
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personnel as well as material.
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Under no circumstances should CHILDREN be allowed in work areas.
It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged until work is about to commence, also
make sure to unplug the machine when it is not in use, or unattended. Always disconnect
by pulling on the plug body and not the cable. Once you are ready to commence work,
remove any tools used in the setting operations (if any) and place safely out of the way.
Re-connect the machine.
Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool, drill bit etc., is securely tightened in the
machine, check you have the correct speed and function set, check that the power cable
will not 'snag' etc.
Make sure you are comfortable before you start work, balanced, not reaching etc.,
If the work you are carrying out is liable to generate flying grit, dust or chips, wear the
appropriate safety clothing, goggles, gloves, masks etc., If the work operation appears to be
excessively noisy, wear ear-defenders. If you wear your hair in a long style, wearing a cap,
safety helmet, hairnet, even a sweatband, will minimise the possibility of your hair being
caught up in the rotating parts of the tool, likewise, consideration should be given to the
removal of rings and wristwatches, if these are liable to be a 'snag' hazard. Consideration
should also be given to non-slip footwear, etc.
KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
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