Craftsman 137.224320 - Manual (Page 4)

24. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the influence
of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect your
ability to use the tool properly.
25. ALWAYS operate the band saw in a well-ventilated area
and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
systems whenever possible. Dust generated from certain
materials can be hazardous to your health.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. TO AVOID INJURY from unexpected movement, make
sure the saw is on a firm, level surface, properly
secured to prevent rocking. Make sure there is adequate
space for operating. Bolt the saw to a support surface to
prevent slipping, walking, or sliding during operation,
2. TURN the saw OFF and unplug the saw before moving it.
3. USE THE CORRECT size and style of blade,
4. USE blades recommended at 2700 FPM or greater.
5. MAKE SURE the blade teeth point down and towards
the table.
6. BLADE GUIDES, SUPPORT BEARINGS AND BLADE
TENSION must be properly adjusted to avoid accidental
blade contact and to minimize blade breakage.
To maximize blade support, always adjust the upper
blade guide and blade guard so that it is 1/8 inch above
the workpiece,
7. TABLE LOCK HANDLE should be tight.
8. USE EXTRA CAUTION with large, very small or
awkward workpieces.
9. USE EXTRA SUPPORTS to prevent workpieces from
sliding off the table top. Never use another person in
place of a table extension, or to provide additional
support for the workpiece.
10. WORKPIECES must be secured so they don't twist,
rock, or slip while being cut.
11. PLAN intricate and small work carefully to avoid
pinching the blade. Avoid awkward operation and hand
positions to prevent accidental contact with the blade,
12. SMALL PIECES should be secured with jigs or fixtures.
Do not hand hold pieces that are so small your fingers
are under the blade guard.
13. SUPPORT round work properly (with a V-b!ock or
clamped to the miter gauge) to prevent it from rolling
and the blade from biting.
14. CUT only one workpiece at a time. Make sure the table
is clear of everything except the workpiece and itS : /
guides before you turn the saw on.
15. ALWAYS WATCH the saw run before each use. If there
is excessive vibration or unusual noise, stop immediately.
Turn the saw off. Unplug it immediately. Do not start the
saw again until the problem has been located and
corrected.
16. TO FREE any jammed material, turn the switch OFF.
Remove the switch key and unplug the saw. Wait for all
moving parts to stop before removing jammed material.
17. DON'T LEAVE the work area until all moving parts are
stopped. To childproof the workshop, shut off the power
to master switches and remove the switch key from the
band saw. Store it in a safe place, away from children.
A WARNING
For your own safety, read the entire instruction manual
before operating the band saw,
1. Wear eye protection.
2. Do not wear gloves, necktie, or loose clothing.
3. Make sure the saw is on a firm level surface and
properly secured.
4. USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES.
5. Use extra caution with very large, very small, or
awkward workpieces.
6. Keep hands away from the blade at all times to
prevent accidental injury.
7. Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until the blade
has stopped.
8. Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade
guides, and thrust bearings.
9. Adjust upper guide to just clear the workpiece.
10. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS