Delta 43-424 - Manual (Page 2)

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SAFETY RULES
Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain
hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the
possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may
result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust masks and hearing protection can
reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judgment, carelessness or inattention. Always use
common sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure
that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility.
This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine not be modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular
application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the
product.
Technical Service Manager
Delta Machinery
4825 Highway 45 North
P.O. Box 2468
Jackson, TN 38302-2468
(IN CANADA: 505 Southgate Drive, GUELPH, ONTARIO N1H 6M7)
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the tool’s
application and limitations as well as the specific hazards
peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
4. GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-
prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong
receptacle, the adapter lug must be attached to a known
ground. Never remove the third prong.
5. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it “on.”
6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
7. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well-lighted.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and
visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
10. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
11. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a
job for which it was not designed.
12. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
13. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they
are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees both hands
to operate tool.
15. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by Delta may
cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
19. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in power
cord.
20. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to ensure that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function – check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard
or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
22. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
23. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
24. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool
while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.
25. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER
SUPPLY while motor is being mounted, connected or re-
connected.
26. WHEN THE TOOL IS NOT IN USE, the switch should be
locked in the OFF position to prevent unauthorized use of the
tool.
27. WARNING: SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER
SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, DRILLING, AND OTHER
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often
you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are