SAFETY
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1. Know your band saw. Read the operator's manual carefully.
Learn
the operation, application and
limitation. Realize the specific potential hazards peculiar to this band saw.
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2. Use recommended accessories. Improper accessories may be hazardous.
3.
Wear
proper apparel.
4. Keep unnecessary people away.
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Do not overreach or stand on tool.
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5.
Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use band saw in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well illuminated.
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6. Keep work
area
clean. Cluttered and slippery floors invite accidents.
7. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches from band saw before turning on power.
8. Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is off before plugging in power cord.
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9. Do not force band saw. It is safer to operate with the cutting rate for which it was designed.
10.
Never hand hold the material with saw in horizontal position. Always use the vise, and clamp
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Keep belt guard and wheel covers in place and in working order.
12. When a workpiece is too long or heavy, support it from the floor.
13.
Always remember to switch off the machine when the work is completed.
14. Disconnect power cord before adjusting,
servicing and changing blade.
15.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a
guard or other parts that is damaged should
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be carefully checked. To assure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
16.
Moving parts should keep in an alignment and binding. Check for breakage, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. Any damaged part or guard should
be
properly
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repaired or replaced.
17. Use a sharp blade and keep tool clean for best and safest performance.
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18. Safety is a combination of operator's common sense and alertness at
all
times when the saw is
functioning.
19. Maintaining the band saw in top condition is essential for safety.
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