In addition to the safety requirements contained in these
operating instructions and your country’s applicable
regulations, you should observe the generally recognized
technical rules concerning the operation of woodworking
machines.
Any other use exceeds authorization.
In the event of unauthorized use of the machine, the
manufacturer renounces all liability and the responsibility is
transferred exclusively to the operator
3.2 General safety notes
Woodworking machines can be dangerous if not used
properly. Therefore the appropriate general technical rules as
well as the following notes must be observed.
Read and understand the entire instruction manual before
attempting assembly or operation.
Keep this operating instruction close by the machine,
protected from dirt and humidity, and pass it over to the new
owner if you part with the tool.
No changes to the machine may be made.
Daily inspect the function and existence of the safety
appliances before you start the machine.
Do not attempt operation in this case, unplug.
Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair.
Before operating the machine, remove tie, rings, watches,
other jewellery, and roll up sleeves above the elbows.
Wear safety shoes, never wear leisure shoes or sandals.
Always wear the approved working outfit.
Do not wear gloves.
Wear safety goggles/ face shields while using this lathe.
Install the machine so that there is sufficient space for safe
operation and workpiece handling.
Keep work area well lighted.
The machine is designed to operate in closed rooms and
must be placed stable on firm and levelled table surface.
Make sure that the power cord does not impede work and
cause people to trip.
Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap
material, oil and grease.
Stay alert! Give your work undivided attention. Use common
sense. Do not operate the machine when you are tired.
Keep an ergonomic body position.
Maintain a balanced stance at all times.
Do not operate the machine under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or any medication. Be aware that medication can
change your behaviour.
Never reach into the machine while it is operating or running
down.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Before you leave
the workplace switch off the machine.
Keep children and visitors a safe distance from the work area.
Do not operate the electric tool near inflammable liquids or
gases. Observe the fire fighting and fire alert options, for
example the fire extinguisher operation and place.
Do not use the machine in a dump environment and do not
expose it to rain or direct sunlight.
Wood dust is explosive and can also represent a risk to
health. Dust form some tropical woods in particular, and from
hardwoods like beach and oak, is classified as a carcinogenic
substance.
Always use a suitable dust collection/ air filtration device.
Before machining, remove any nails and other foreign bodies
from the workpiece.
Make sure to guide and hold the chisel with both hands safe
and tight during machining.
Work only with well sharpened tools.
Machine only stock which is chucked securely on the
machine, always check before switching the machine on.
If reversing spindle rotation, make sure face plate, chuck or
other work holding is secured with the set screws to the
spindle. To avoid threading loose.
Provide workpieces with centre holes before clamping
between centres.
Work large and unbalanced workpieces at low spindle speed
only.
When sanding, remove the tool rest from the machine.
Use homogenous workpieces only.
Check the workpiece carefully for splits, knots or other
obstructions which may cause a safety risk while turning.
Remove the chuck key or dowel pins before turning the
machine on.
Always close the belt covers.
Specifications regarding the maximum or minimum size of the
workpiece must be observed.
Select the appropriate speed for the turning job.
Test each set-up by revolving the work by hand to insure it
clears the tool rest and bed. Check setup at the lowest speed
before you increase to the operating speed.
Do not remove chips and workpiece parts until the machine is
at a standstill.
Never stop workpieces with the hand during run out.
Do not attempt to engage the spindle lock pin until the spindle
has stopped.
Never take measurements on a rotating workpiece.
Do not apply liquids to a spinning workpiece
Do not stand on the machine.
Connection and repair work on the electrical installation may
be carried out by a qualified electrician only.
Have a damaged or worn power cord replaced immediately.
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