RIKON Power Tools 70-300 - Manual (Page 3)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often.
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California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.Your risk from
exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in
a well-ventilated area and with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
For more detailed information about California Propostion 65 log onto rikontools.com.
ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before initial or continual use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be checked to
assure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. A guard or other damaged parts should immediately be properly repaired or replaced.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOLS.
Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits, and cutters.
ALWAYS AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in cord.
NEVER LEAVE TOOLS RUNNING UNATTENDED.
Special Safety Rules For Lathes
1. Do not operate this machine until you have read all of the following instructions.
2. Do not attempt to operate this machine until it is completely assembled.
3. Do not turn ON this machine if any pieces are missing.
4. If you are not familiar with the operation of the machine, obtain assistance from a qualified
person.
5. It is highly recommended that this machine be firmly mounted to a flat and secure work
surface.
6. Always wear protective eyewear prior to operating this machine.
7. Do not operate this machine if you are under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
8. Remove all jewelry prior to operating this machine.
9. Do not wear any gloves while operating this machine.
10. Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position prior to plugging in the machine.
11. Always make sure the power switch is in the OFF position when doing any assembly or setup
operation.
12. Always turn the power switch to the OFF position and let the work piece come to a complete
stop prior to removal.
13. Use only sharp lathe tools.
14. The use of any accessories or attachments not recommended may cause injury to you and
damage your machine.
15. This machine must be properly grounded.
16. When turning between centers, make sure headstock and tailstock are snug against work
piece.
17. When face plate turning, rough-cut work piece close to the finished shape before screwing to
face plate.