RIKON Power Tools 70-200EVS - Manual (Page 5)

2.8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR MINI LATHES
A mini lathe is a tool which due to operator carelessness, cause serious personal injury. It is therefore strongly recommended you
read and observe:
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.
18. Never jam tools into work piece or take too big a cut.
19. Do not operate this machine without following all these instructions.
20. Keep these instructions for future reference.
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.
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