Grizzly G0622 - Manual (Page 10)

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Model G0622 (Mfg 2/08+)
Additional Safety Instructions for Metal
Cutting Bandsaws
6. LOSS Of STABILITy. Unsupported
workpieces may jeopardize machine sta-
bility and cause the machine to tip or fall,
which could cause serious injury or prop-
erty damage.
7. pOWER INTERRUpTION. Unplug
the machine after a power interruption.
Machines without magnetic switches can
start up after power is restored.
8. ATTENTION TO WORK AREA. never
leave a machine running and unattended.
pay attention to the actions of others in the
area to avoid unintended accidents.
9. hEARING pROTECTION & hAzARDS.
noise generated by the blade and
workpiece vibration, material handling, and
power transmission can cause perma-
nent hearing loss over time and interfere
with communication and audible signals.
Always wear hearing protection.
10. hOT SURfACES. due to friction, the
workpiece, chips, and some machine com-
ponents can be hot enough to burn you.
11. STARTING pOSITION. never turn the
saw ON with the blade resting on the
workpiece to prevent blade breakage.
1. BLADE CONDITION. A dull or damaged
blade can break apart during operation
increasing the risk of operator injury. do
not operate with a dull, cracked or badly
worn blade.
inspect the blade for cracks,
missing teeth, and weld condition before
each use.
2. hAND pLACEMENT. never position fin-
gers or thumbs in line with the cut. hands
could be crushed in vise or by falling
machine components or cut by the blade.
3. ENTANGLEMENT hAzARDS. do not
operate this bandsaw without the blade
guard in place. otherwise, loose clothing,
jewelry, long hair and work gloves can be
drawn into working parts.
4. BLADE REpLACEMENT. the blade can
only make a safe and efficient cut with the
teeth facing the workpiece. When replacing
blades, make sure the teeth face toward
the workpiece. Wear gloves to protect
hands and safety glasses to protect eyes.
5. WORKpIECE hANDLING. Always support
the workpiece with the table, vise, or other
support fixtures. Flag long pieces to avoid a
tripping hazard. never hold the workpiece
with your hands during a cut.
Like all machinery there is potential danger
when operating this machine. Accidents
are frequently caused by lack of familiarity
or failure to pay attention. Use this machine
with respect and caution to decrease the
risk of operator injury. If normal safety
precautions are overlooked or ignored,
serious personal injury may occur.
No list of safety guidelines can be com-
plete. Every shop environment is different.
Always consider safety first, as it applies
to your individual working conditions. Use
this and other machinery with caution and
respect. failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury, damage to equip-
ment, or poor work results.