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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE BAND SAW
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and
knowing how to use this Band Saw.
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not plug
the Band Saw in until you have read and understood the
following:
1. READ and become familiar with the entire Operator’s
Manual. LEARN the tool’s application, limitations and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool before turning ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
5. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept
at a safe distance from work area.
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
8. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force tool or attachment
to do a job for which it was not designed.
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an
extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to
carry the current your product will draw. An undersized
cord will result in a drop in line voltage and in loss of
power that will cause the tool to overheat. The table on
page 6 shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry that
may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
12. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any Band Saw
can throw foreign objects into the eyes that could cause
permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety Standard
Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistance
lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses. Safety Goggles
are available at HITACHI.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 could cause serious injury.
13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and it
frees both hands to operate tool.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
Operator’s Manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may cause serious injury.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
19. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function – check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER “OFF”. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
21. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
23. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
24.
DO NOT OPERATE the tool if you are under the
influence of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could
affect your ability to use the tool properly.
25. ALWAYS operate the Band Saw in a well-ventilated area
and provide for proper dust removal. Use dust collection
systems whenever possible. Dust generated from certain
materials can be hazardous to your health.
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