Jet JWL-1015VS Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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43.0 Safety warnings1. Read and understand the entire owner'smanual before attempting assembly oroperation.2. Read and understand the warnings posted onthe machine and in this manual. Failure tocomply with all of these warnings may causeserious injury.3. Replace the warning labels if they becomeobscured or removed.4. This lathe is designed and intended for use byproperly trained and experienced personnelonly. If you are not familiar with the proper andsafe operation of a lathe, do not use untilproper training and knowledge have beenobtained.5. Do not use this lathe for other than its intendeduse. Do not turn materials other than wood onthis lathe. If used for other purposes, JETdisclaims any real or implied warranty andholds itself harmless from any injury that mayresult from that use.6. Always wear approved safety glasses/faceshields while using this lathe. Everydayeyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;they are not safety glasses.7. Before operating this lathe, remove tie, rings,watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves uppast the elbows. Remove all loose clothingand confine long hair. Non-slip footwear oranti-skid floor strips are recommended. Do notwear gloves.8. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,grinding, drilling and other constructionactivities contain chemicals known to causecancer, birth defects or other reproductiveharm. Some examples of these chemicals are:• Lead from lead based paint.• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement andother masonry products.• Arsenic and chromium from chemicallytreated lumber.Your risk of exposure varies, depending onhow often you do this type of work. To reduceyour exposure to these chemicals, work in awell-ventilated area and work with approvedsafety equipment, such as face or dust masksthat are specifically designed to filter outmicroscopic particles.9. Do not operate this machine while tired orunder the influence of drugs, alcohol or anymedication.10. Make certain the switch is in the OFF positionbefore connecting the machine to the powersupply.11. Make certain the machine is properlygrounded.12. Make all machine adjustments or maintenancewith machine unplugged from power source.13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form ahabit of checking to see that keys andadjusting wrenches are removed from themachine before turning it on.14. Keep safety guards in place at all times whenthe machine is in use. If removed formaintenance purposes, use extreme cautionand replace the guards immediately aftercompletion of maintenance.15. Check damaged parts. Before further use ofthe machine, 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.16. Provide for adequate space surrounding workarea and non-glare, overhead lighting.17. Keep the floor around the machine clean andfree of scrap material, oil and grease.18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the workarea. Keep children away.19. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,master switches or by removing starter keys.20. Give your work undivided attention. Lookingaround, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result inserious injury.21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so thatyou do not fall into the spindle or other movingparts. Do not overreach or use excessive forceto perform any machine operation.22. 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.23. Use recommended accessories; improperaccessories may be hazardous.24. Maintain tools with care. Keep turning chiselssharp and clean for the best and safestperformance. Follow instructions for lubricatingand changing accessories.