524. Give your work undivided attention. Lookingaround, carrying on a conversation and“horse-play” are careless acts that can resultin serious injury.25. Maintain a balanced stance at all times sothat you do not fall or lean against the bladeor other moving parts. Do not overreach oruse excessive force to perform any machineoperation.26. Use the right tool at the correct speed andfeed rate. Do not force a tool or attachmentto do a job for which it was not designed.The right tool will do the job better and moresafely.27. Use recommended accessories; improperaccessories may be hazardous.28. Maintain tools with care. Keep blades sharpand clean for the best and safestperformance. Follow instructions forlubricating and changing accessories.29. Make sure the workpiece is securelyattached or clamped to the table. Never useyour hand to hold the work piece.30. Turn off the machine and disconnect frompower before cleaning. Use a brush orcompressed air to remove chips or swarf —do not use your hands.31. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injurycould occur if the machine tips over.32. Never leave the machine runningunattended. Turn the power off and do notleave the machine until it comes to acomplete stop.33. Remove loose items and unnecessary workpieces from the area before starting themachine.Familiarize yourself with the following safetynotices used in this manual.This means that ifprecautions are not heeded, it may result inminor injury and/or possible machinedamage.This means that ifprecautions are not heeded, it may result inserious or even fatal injury.4.0 About this manualThis manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation andmaintenance procedures for a JET Model HVBS-710S Band Saw. This manual contains instructions oninstallation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and partsbreakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble-free operationif used in accordance with the instructions set forth in this document.This manual is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to band saw operations, stock selection, etc.Consult a machinery handbook and/or experienced users for additional information. Whatever acceptedmethods or materials are used, always make personal safety a priority.If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or Walter Meier. Walter Meier canalso be reached at our web site: www.waltermeier.com.Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual shouldaccompany it.