Harbor Freight Tools 43681 Lathe User Manual


 
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SAFETY WARNING & CAUTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL!
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit
locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically powered
equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let
them handle machines, tools, or equipment.
STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location
to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed
the tool’s capacities.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attach-
ment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which
this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool, and do not use this tool for a purpose
for which it was not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught in
moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering to
contain long hair. Always wear appropriate work clothing.
USE EYE, EAR AND BREATHING PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI approved im-
pact safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI
approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical
dusts and mists. Use ANSI approved ear protection when working in a loud or noisy
environment.
DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Protect the power cord from damage, either
from impacts, pulling or corrosive materials. Do not yank machine’s cord to disconnect
it from the receptacle.
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach
over or across running machines.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer per-
formance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect power
cord periodically and, if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized technician. Control
handle and power switch must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all
times.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Be sure that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before operation.
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