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G3183 Hollow Chisel Mortiser -15-
Caution
Always wear ANSI-approved safety
glasses or goggles when operating
equipment. Do not allow visitors into
your workshop when testing or oper-
ating equipment.
SECTION 4: OPERATIONS
Safety Rules
• Before machine inspection, maintenance or
changing accessories: Turn off switch, unplug
power cord and wait for all moving parts to
stop.
• Keep hands away from the chisel and bit
while this tool is being operated.
• Always have the chisel opening facing away
from the operator or the fence.
• The bit should reach full speed before begin-
ning a cut.
• Always feed chisel evenly and smoothly.
• Do not touch the chisel during the mortising
operation.
• Never leave the mortiser running unattended.
This sums up our review of safety guidelines.
Remember that every shop has its own specific
hazards. Be sure, above all else, to use good
common sense and reasonable caution each
time you start this Hollow Chisel Mortiser, or any
woodworking machinery. Proper safety stan-
dards rarely take any more time or energy when
followed religiously. Develop a habit of safety.
Earlier in this manual we covered general shop
and machine safety rules. This section will
address safety rules specific to your mortiser.
• Be sure to observe all electrical requirements
such as fuse sizing, wire sizing, machine
grounding and any other electrical considera-
tion.
• Always wear eye protection while operating
this mortiser. Also use a respirator to avoid
breathing dust. All safety equipment must be
ANSI approved.
• Always be aware of the condition of the wood
you are mortising. Pay particular attention to
knots, splits, and other potentially dangerous
areas.
• Never attempt to operate the mortiser with
bits or chisels that are dull or damaged. They
will burn the wood and cause it to bind.
• Maintain the mortiser in proper working condi-
tion. Perform machine inspections and main-
tenance services promptly when called for.
• Always put adjustment tools away after use.