527. Keep safety guards in place at all times whenmachine is in use. If removed for maintenancepurposes, use extreme caution and replacethe guards immediately after completion ofmaintenance.28. Check damaged parts. Before further use ofmachine, a guard or other part that isdamaged should be carefully checked todetermine that it will operate properly andperform its intended function. Check foralignment of moving parts, binding of movingparts, breakage of parts, mounting and anyother conditions that may affect its operation.A guard or other part that is damaged shouldbe properly repaired or replaced.29. Keep floor around machine clean and free ofscrap material, oil and grease.30. Keep visitors a safe distance from work area.Keep children away.31. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,master switches or by removing starter keys.32. Give your work undivided attention. Lookingaround, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result inserious injury.33. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so thatyou do not fall into blade or other movingparts. Do not overreach or use excessive forceto perform any machine operation.34. Use the right tool at the correct speed andfeed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment todo a job for which it was not designed. Theright tool will do the job better and more safely.35. Use recommended accessories; improperaccessories may be hazardous.36. Maintain tools with care. Keep blades sharpand clean for best and safest performance.Follow instructions for lubricating and changingaccessories.37. Turn off machine before cleaning. Use a brushor compressed air to remove chips or debris —not your hands.38. Do not stand on machine. Serious injury couldoccur if machine tips over.39. Never leave machine running unattended.Turn power off and do not leave band saw untilblade comes to a complete stop.40. Remove loose items and unnecessary workpieces from area before starting machine.41. Keep hands out of line of saw blade.42. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Do notexpose machine to rain or use in wet or damplocations. Keep work area well lighted.43. Remove safety key from switch wheneverband saw is turned “OFF”, and keep safety keyout of reach of unauthorized persons orchildren.Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/orpossible machine damage.This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury orpossibly even death.4.0 About this manualThis manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation and maintenanceprocedures for a JET Model JWBS-14SF Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safetyprecautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine hasbeen designed and constructed to provide years of trouble-free operation if used in accordance with theinstructions as set forth in this document.This manual is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to band saw operational methods, use of jigs or after-market accessories, choice of stock, etc. Additional knowledge can be obtained from experienced users ortrade articles. Whatever accepted methods are used, always make personal safety a priority.If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or Walter Meier. Walter Meier can alsobe reached at our web site: www.waltermeier.com.Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assemblyor operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!