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-4- G4002/3 Gear Head Lathes
Additional Safety Instructions For The Lathe
Like all power tools, there is danger asso-
ciated with the Model G4002/3 Metal Lathe.
Accidents are frequently caused by lack of
familiarity or failure to pay attention. Use
this tool with respect and caution to lessen
the possibility of operator injury. If normal
safety precautions are overlooked or
ignored, serious personal injury may
occur.
1. MAKE SURE ALL GUARDS are in place
and that the lathe sits on a flat, stable sur-
face.
2. BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE be
certain the workpiece has been properly
engaged in the chuck and tailstock center
(if in use) and that there is adequate
clearance for full rotation.
3. ADJUST TOOL HOLDER to provide prop-
er support for the turning tool you will be
using. Test tool holder clearance by rotat-
ing workpiece by hand before turning lathe
on.
4. SELECT THE TURNING SPEED which is
appropriate for the type of work and the
type of material. Allow the lathe to gain its
full speed before beginning turning.
5. NEVER CHANGE FEED RATE or spindle
speeds while the lathe is turning.
6. NEVER REVERSE MOTOR DIRECTION
while the lathe is running.
7. DO NOT STOP LATHE USING YOUR
HAND against the workpiece.
8. DO NOT LEAVE LATHE RUNNING
UNATTENDED for any reason.
9. NEVER OPERATE THE LATHE WITH
DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS. Maintain
your lathe in proper working condition.
Perform routine inspections and mainte-
nance promptly when called for. Put away
adjustment tools after use.
10. MAKE SURE YOUR METAL LATHE IS
TURNED OFF, disconnected from its
power source and all moving parts have
come to a complete stop before starting
any inspection, adjustment, or mainte-
nance procedure.
11. KEEP LOOSE CLOTHING ARTICLES
such as sleeves, belts or jewelry items
away from the lathe spindle.
12. ALWAYS USE THE PROPER CUTTING
TOOLS for the material you are turning,
make certain they are sharp and that they
are held firmly in the tool holder.
13. ALWAYS PLACE A BOARD OR PIECE
OF PLYWOOD ACROSS THE BEDWAY
when removing or installing chucks to
avoid the possibility of a finger pinch point
occurring between a loose chuck and the
edges of the bedway.
No list of safety guidelines can be complete.
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 per-
sonal injury, damage to equipment or poor
work results.