JET Tools GH-1440-1 User Manual - Page 2

is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Do not wear any type of glove. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting set-up or operation of this lathe. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury: 1. This machine is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe use of lathes, do not use this machine until proper training and knowledge have been obtained. 2. Keep guards in place. Safety guards must be kept in place and in working order. 15. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses or face shield while using this machine. (Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses.) 16. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 17. Do not place hands near the chuck or workpiece while the machine is operating. 18. Do not perform any set-up work while machine is operating. 19. Read and understand all warnings posted on the machine. 20. This manual is intended to familiarize you with the technical aspects of this lathe. It is not, nor was it intended to be, a training manual. 3. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Before turning on machine, check to see that any adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool. 4. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the tool. 5. Do not force tools. Always use a tool at the rate for which it was designed. 6. Use the right tool. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. 21. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm. 22. This product, when used for welding, cutting, or working with metal, produces fumes, gases, or dusts which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California Health and Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.) 23. Do not attempt to adjust or remove tools during operation. 7. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubrication and changing accessories. 8. Always disconnect the tool from the power source before adjusting or servicing. 9. Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard or any part that is damaged should be repaired or replaced. 10. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. 11. Keep work area well lighted. 24. Never stop a rotating chuck or workpiece with your hands. 25. Choose a low spindle speed when working unbalanced workpieces, and for threading and tapping operations. 26. Do not exceed the maximum speed of the workholding device. 27. Do not exceed the clamping capacity of the chuck. 28. Workpieces longer than 3 times the chucking diameter must be supported by the tailstock or a steady rest. 29. Avoid small chuck diameters with large turning diameters. 12. Keep children and visitors away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work 30. Avoid short chucking lengths and small chucking contact. area. 31. Turn off the machine and disconnect from power 13. Make the workshop child proof. Use padlocks, master switches, and remove starter keys. 14. Wear proper apparel. Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry may before cleaning. Use a brush to remove shavings or debris - do not use bare hands. 32. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over. get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear 2