5cal supply while servicing.- Always follow instructions in Operating Instruc-tions and Parts Manual when changing acces-sory tools or parts.- Never modify the machine without consultingWalter Meier (Manufacturing), Inc.You - the Stationary Power Tool User - Holdthe Key to Safety.Read and follow these simple rules for best results andfull benefits from your machine. Used properly, JETmachinery is among the best in design and safety.However, any machine used improperly can be renderedinefficient and unsafe. It is absolutely mandatory thatthose who use our products be properly trained in how touse them correctly. They should read and understandthe Operating Instructions and Parts Manual as well asall labels affixed to the machine. Failure to follow all ofthese warnings can cause serious injuries.WARNING: For your own safety read instruction manual beforeoperating band saw.- Misuse of this machine can cause serious injury.- For safety, machine must be set up, used andserviced properly.- Read, understand and follow instructions in theOperating Instructions and Parts Manual whichwas shipped with your machine.When Setting up Machine:- Always avoid using machine in damp or poorlylighted work areas.- Always be sure the machine support is se-curely anchored to the floor or the work bench.When Using Machine:- Always wear safety glasses with side shields(See ANSI Z87.1)- Never wear loose clothing or jewelry.- Never overreach - you may slip and fall.When Servicing Machine:- Always disconnect the machine from its electri-1. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjust-ing wrenches are removed from tool before turning iton.3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas andbenches invite accidents.4. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, orexpose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be keptsafe distance from work area.6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,master switches, or by removing starter keys.7. DON’T FORCE TOOL It will do the job better andsafer at the rate for which it was designed.8. USE RIGHT TOOL Don’t force tool or attachmentto do a job for which it was not designed.9. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure yourextension cord is in good condition. When using anextension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough tocarry the current your product will draw. An under-sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting inloss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows the cor-rect size to use depending on cord length and name-plate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heaviergage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier thecord.10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear looseclothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or otherjewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective haircovering to contain long hair.11. WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Always use safetyglasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting opera-tion is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impactresistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to holdwork when practical. It’s safer than using your handand it frees both hands to operate tool.13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing andbalance at all times.14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharpand clean for best and safest performance. Followinstructions for lubricating and changing accessories.15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; whenchanging accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,and the like.16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL START-ING. Make sure switch is in off position before plug-ging in.17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Con-sult the owner’s manual for recommended accesso-ries. The use of improper accessories may cause riskof injury to persons.18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL Serious injury couldoccur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unin-tentionally contacted.19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use ofthe tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should