GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR POWER TOOLS
1. USING A DRILL PRESS VISE. When using a drill press vise, always
fasten it to the table.
2. NEVER D “FREEHAND W RK”. Never do any work “Freehand”
(hand holding the workpiece rather than supporting it on the table)
except when you have polishing to do.
3. NEVER move the head or table while the drill press is running.
4. USE THE REC MMENDED SPINDLE SPEED for the specific
operation and workpiece material.
5. NEVER climb on the drill press table, it could break or pull the entire
drill press down on you.
6. KEEP HANDS well away from the drill bit and all movingparts. Use
a hold-down or clamp to secure the workpiece, and use a brush, not
hands, to clear away chips and dust.
7. BE SURE THAT THE DRILL BIT IS SECURELY INSTALLED in the
chuck before operation.
8. BE SURE THE DRILL BIT has gained full operating speed before
beginning to drill.
9. ALWAYS USE a clean, properly sharpened bit. Dirty or dull bits are
unsafe and can lead to accidents.
10. USE SUITABLE W RKPIECE SUPP RT if the workpiece does
not have a flat surface.
11. D N T PUSH R F RCE THE BIT into the workpiece. The drill
will perform better and more safely when working at the rate feed
for which it was designed.
12. AV ID W RKING FR M AWKWARD R FF BALANCE
P SITI NS. Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.
13. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. If a guard must
be removed for maintenance or cleaning be sure it is properly
reinstalled before using the machine again.
14. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE unattended while it is running or
with the power on.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 15” DRILL PRESS
1. KN W Y UR T L
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the
tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific
potential hazards.
2. GR UND THE T L.
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type
receptacle. The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire.
NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE.
Keep in good working order, properly adjusted and aligned.
4. REM VE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP W RK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the floor
is clean and not slippery due to wax and sawdust build-up.
6. AV ID DANGER US ENVIR NMENT.
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to
rain. Keep work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding
work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE W RKSH P CHILD-PR F.
-with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
9. USE PR PER SPEED.
A tool will do a better and safer job when operated at the proper
speed.
10. USE RIGHT T L.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
11. WEAR PR PER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
12. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye-glasses
only have impact resistant lenses, thet are N T safety glasses.
Also use a face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. D N’T VERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN T L WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISC NNECT T LS.
Before servicing, when changing accessories or attachments.
16. AV ID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure the swich is in the ‘’OFF’’ position before plugging in.
17. USE REC MMENDED ACCESS RIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND N T L.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store
materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other parts
that are da -maged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
Turn power ‘’OFF’’. Don’t leave any tool running until it comes to a
complete stop.
