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For your own safety, read the instruction manual1. before operating the machine. Learning the machine’s
Wear eye and hearing protection and always use2. safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are not safety
glasses. Use certified safety equipment. Eye protection
equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards.
Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19
standards.
Wear proper apparel.3. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
caught in moving parts. Nonslip protective footwear is
long hair.
Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment.4. The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain
can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area
fingers in danger.
Do not operate electric tools near flammable liquids5. or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors and
switches in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.
Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or
Check for damaged parts.7. Before using the machine,
check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced with DELTA or factory
Keep the work area clean.8. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
Keep children and visitors away.9.
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors
Reduce the risk of unintentional starting.10. Make sure
that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in
the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the
switch to the “OFF
unplugging or plugging in the cord.
Use the guards.11. Check to see that all safety devices are
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before starting12. the machine. Tools, scrap pieces, and other debris can
Use the right machine.13. Don’t force a machine or an
Use recommended accessories.14. The use of accessories
and attachments not recommended by DELTA may cause
Use the proper extension cord.15. Make sure your
will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power
and overheating. See the Extension Cord Chart
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord.
Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vise to hold the
workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a workpiece
Feed the workpiece against the direction of the17. rotation of the blade, cutter, or abrasive surface.
Feeding it from the other direction will cause the
workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.
Don’t force the workpiece on the machine.18. Damage to
Don’t overreach.19. Loss of balance can make you fall into
Never stand on the machine.20.
tool tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.
Never leave the machine running unattended.21. Turn
the power off. Don’t leave the machine until it comes to a
Turn the machine “22. OFF”, and disconnect the machine
from the power source before installing or removing
accessories, changing cutters, adjusting or changing
set-ups.
switch in the “OFF
Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master23. switches, or by removing starter keys. The accidental
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use24. common sense. Do not use the machine when you
are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating
25. Use of this tool can generate and
disperse dust or other airborne particles, including
wood dust, crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust.
Direct particles away from face and body. Always operate
tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust
removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the
dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing
dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin
may promote absorption of harmful material. Always
use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.
