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Additional Safety Instructions For Mills
1.
UNDERSTANDING CONTROLS. Make
sure you understand the use and operation
of all controls.
2.
SAFETY ACCESSORIES. Always use a
chip guard in addition to your safety glasses
when milling to prevent bodily injury.
3.
WORK HOLDING. Before starting the
machine, be certain the workpiece has been
properly clamped to the table. NEVER hold
the workpiece by hand when using the mill.
4.
CHUCK KEY SAFETY. Always remove
your chuck key, drawbar wrench, and any
service tools immediately after use.
5.
SPINDLE SPEEDS. Select the spindle
speed that is appropriate for the type of work
and material. Allow the mill to gain full speed
before beginning a cut.
6.
POWER DISRUPTION. In the event of a
local power outage during use of the mill,
turn OFF all switches to avoid possible sud-
den start up once power is restored.
7.
SPINDLE DIRECTION CHANGES. Never
reverse spindle direction while the spindle is
in motion.
8.
STOPPING SPINDLE. DO NOT stop the
spindle using your hand.
9.
CLEAN-UP. DO NOT clear chips by hand
or compressed air. Use a brush, and never
clear chips while the mill is turning.
Like all machinery there is potential danger when operating this mill. Accidents are frequently
caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use this mill with respect and caution to
lessen the possibility of operator injury. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored,
serious personal injury may occur.
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10. MACHINE CARE AND MAINTENANCE.
Never operate the mill with damaged or
worn parts. Maintain your mill in proper
working condition. Perform routine inspec-
tions and maintenance promptly. Put away
adjustment tools after use.
11. DISCONNECT POWER. Make sure the mill
is turned OFF, disconnected from its power
source and all moving parts have come to a
complete stop before starting any inspection,
adjustment, or maintenance procedure.
12. AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. Keep loose
clothing articles such as sleeves, belts or
jewelry items away from the mill spindle.
Never wear gloves when mill is in opera-
tion.
13. TOOL HOLDING. Always use the proper
tools for your operation. Make sure tools are
held firmly in place.
14. CUTTING TOOL INSPECTION. Inspect drills
and end mills for sharpness, chips, or cracks
before each use. Replace dull, chipped, or
cracked cutting tools immediately. Handle
new cutting tools with care. Leading edges
are very sharp and can cause lacerations.
15. BE ATTENTIVE. DO NOT leave mill running
unattended for any reason.
16. EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any
time you are experiencing difficulties per-
forming the intended operation, stop using
the machine! Contact our Technical Support
at (570) 546-9663.
G0617 13" x 59" Vertical Mill Manual Insert
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