Delta 11-985 - 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 possiblity 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
4825 HIGHWAY 45 NORTH
JACKSON, TN 38305
(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 (must comply with ANSI Z87.1)~ 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 ora 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
improper accessories may cause hazards or risk of
injury to persons.
19. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL START-
ING. 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
cuttteragainst the direction of rotation of the blade or
cutter only.