Skutt Potter’s Wheel 5/6/11 - Manual (Page 2)

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Safety
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Do not leave children unattended near wheel. •
Keep tools and small parts out of the reach of children. •
Do not insert hands or objects into openings or moving parts. •
Do not use the wheel for purposes other than throwing clay. •
Do not place items on the wheel head that may fly off and injure someone. •
Do not run cord under carpets or cover cord with a rug or runners. Be sure the cord cannot be stepped on or •
tripped over.
Do not use on wet floor. •
If you experience any malfunctions with your wheel, discontinue use. Return the wheel to an authorized •
repair center for repairs.
Cease operation and turn off the wheel if you smell smoke or hear unusual noises. •
Use proper lifting techniques when moving. •
Repair and modification by user are prohibited. •
Do not use outside. •
If using an extension cord, make sure it is sized correctly. Never plug a larger diameter cord into a smaller •
diameter extension cord. Make sure the wire size is the same on both.
The plug is designed, for safety purposes, to fit in the wall outlet only one way. If you are unable to fit the •
plug fully into the outlet contact an electrician. Be sure plug fits tightly into outlet. A loose fit will cause
overheating and damage to the plug or the wheel. Plug the wheel directly into AC wall outlet.
Do not plug the wheel in if your hands are wet. •
Keep motor, control box and foot pedal assembly dry. •
Do not grab the wheel head while the unit is on. •
Unplug the unit from the wall receptacle during electrical storms to prevent accidental damage by power •
surges. A fuse is built in as a safety feature on the back of the control box.
Always unplug the wheel before attempting any adjustments or repairs. Never operate this wheel with any •
of the safety guards removed.
Do not operate the wheel wearing loose clothing. •
Always wear safety goggles to protect your eyes from flying debris. •
If supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, it’s service •
agent, or similiar qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
Installation
Read entire manual before installing or operating your wheel.
Locate on a hard level surface. 1.