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Quick-Start Guide for PRSalpha and PRSstandard tools
This safety summary contains general safety warnings that should be understood during operaon of
this machine. Failure to observe these precauons could result in injury.
Learn and understand safe use of the machine. Do not allow untrained individuals to operate
the machine without supervision. Be aware of the locaon of the Emergency Stop switches at
all mes.
Eye and ear protecon MUST be worn by the machine operator as well as any bystanders or
observers. Flying sawdust, material chips, and other debris can cause serious eye injury.
Wear closed-toe shoes at all mes.
Make sure that your material is properly secured before cung, and be aware of any small
parts that may come loose aer being cut. If a small part catches the edge of a spinning bit, it
can be thrown forcefully in any direcon, causing injury or damage.
Never place your hands on the rails of the ShopBot. Be aware that the machine may move
unexpectedly in any direcon, which can cause serious injury if your hands are in the path of
movement.
Never wear gloves while operang the machine. As with any power tool, a glove can get
caught in moving or spinning parts and pull your hand into the machinery.
Never leave a machine running and unaended. Understand that a spinning tool generates
fricon and heat, creang a risk of re. This risk is minimized by using correct chip load (please
see page 12), using sharp bits, and by always double-checking your les before cung. Be pre-
pared to pause or stop the cut if something seems incorrect or unsafe.
Keep a working re exnguisher within reach of the machine, for the reasons listed above.
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