Safety Guidelines
Personnel working with any machine tools are required to follow the safety instructions stated below in order to
prevent any accident that may occur.
• This machine is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. If you
are not familiar with the proper safe use of lathes, do not use this machine until properly trained.
• Keep guards in place. Safety guards must be kept in place and in working order.
• Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the machine on. Check to see that any adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool.
• Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging in.
• Do not force tool. Always use a tool at the rate for which it was designed.
• Use the right tool. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubrication and changing accessories.
• Always disconnect the machine from the power source before adjusting or servicing.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other condition that may affect the tools operation. A guard or any part that is damaged should be
repaired or replaced.
• Turn power off. Never leave a machine unattended. Do not leave a machine until it comes to a complete
stop.
• Keep work area clean, Cluttered areas and bench invite accidents.
• Do not use in a dangerous environment. Do not use in wet or damp locations, or expose to rain. Keep work
area well light.
• Keep children and visitors away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.
• Make the workshop child proof. Use padlocks, master switches, and remove starter keys.
• Wear correct apparel. Loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewellery may get
caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair. Do not wear any type of glove.
• Always use safety glasses.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Do not place hands near the cutter whilst in operation.
• Do not perform set up work whilst machine is in operation.
• Read and understand all warning labels on the machine.
• This manual is intended to familiarize you with the technical aspects of this lathe. It is not intended to be
a training manual.
• Failure to comply with all of these warnings may result in serious injury.
