HARVEY C14 - 1. Safety; 1.1 General Machine Safety; 1.2 Band Saw Safety

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1. Safety
1.1 General Machine Safety
1. For your own safety, read the user manual before operating the band saw.
2. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible
fatal injury.
3. Form a habit of checking to see t hat the keys and the adjusting wrenches are removed
from the machine before turning it on.
4. Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
5. Do not use in a dangerous environment. Do not expose the machine to rain or use in wet
or damp locations. Keep the work area well lighted.
6. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area.
7. Children shall be prohibited from entering the working area.
8. Use appropriate feed speed, use the right tools.
9. Before operating the band saw, remove tie, rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll
sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
10. Always wear protective glasses.
11. Don't get too close to the workspace.
12. Maintain machine and tools with care. Keep the blades sharp and clean for the best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and cleaning.
13. Disconnect the machine from the power supply before maintenance.
14. Avoid accidental activation. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before
connecting the machine to the power supply.
15. Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.
16. Never stand on the machine.
17. Regularly check those parts that are easily worn.
18. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the
band saw until the blade comes to a complete stop.
1.2 Band Saw Safety
1. Before removing the insert, always ensure the blade is not moving.
2. Always make sure that hands and fingers are away from the blade.
3. Never cut round stock without an appropriate supporting tool.
4. Hold stock firmly and feed at a stable speed.
5. If the blade is still in the wood after cutting, you should turn off the power immediately.
6. Adjust the upper blade guide to approximately1/8”above the work piece.
7. Check the size and model of the blade to meet the cutting needs of your project.
8. Make sure the blade tension and the tracking and blade guides are all properly adjusted.
9. Keep the tension a little loose when cutting long curved stock.
If precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even death.