Harbor Freight Tools 45861 Lathe User Manual


 
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tool or these instructions to oper-
ate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for e.
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If dam-
aged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power
tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and f.
clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories g.
and tool bits etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations differ-
ent from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
Service5.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualied repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
Lathe Safety Warnings
Maintain labels and nameplates on 1.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or miss-
ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Do not run the Lathe without its cov-2.
ers and guards in place.
Use a brush or compressed air to 3.
remove metal shavings; never your
hands. The metal shavings will be
sharp.
The tool must always be tight within 4.
the tool post or chuck and adjusted
to limit projection from the post. This
will reduce the possibility of the tool
breaking or bending.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare 5.
to begin work before turning on the
tool.
Do not reach across the Lathe while it 6.
is running.
Industrial applications must follow 7.
OSHA guidelines.
Do not use the Lathe if it is off-bal-8.
ance, or the workpiece is not properly
centered.
Only feed workpiece into a cutting 9.
tool against the direction of rotation.
Do not leave the tool unattended 10.
when it is plugged into an electrical
outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it
from its electrical outlet before leav-
ing.
This product is not a toy. Keep it out 11.
of reach of children.
People with pacemakers should 12.
consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic elds in close prox-
imity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemak-
er failure. In addition, people with
pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to