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SAFETY RULES

As with all machines, there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the use of this jointer. Use the

machine with the respect and caution demanded where safety precautions are concerned. When normal

safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator can result.

Read the manual. Read, understand, and follow the safety instructions found in this manual. Know the

limitations and hazards in using the model PJ1696 Jointer. Decals are placed on each machine as reminders

of good safety practice.

Installation. If mounting machine to the floor, use high quality anchor bolts through the mounting holes on

the base. If using a mobile base, be sure to lock the wheels.

Location. Use extra care in the location of the jointer in the shop. Place the machine so that potential

kickback area is not in line with aisles, doorways, wash stations, or other work areas.

Electrical grounding. Make certain that the machine frame is electrically grounded and that a ground lead is

included in the incoming electrical service. If a cord and plug are used, make certain the grounding lug

connects to a suitable ground. Follow the grounding procedure indicated in the National Electric Code.

Eye safety. Always wear approved safety goggles, glasses, or a face shield when operating this machine.

(Note: common eyeglasses are only impact-resistant, they are not safety glasses.)

Personal protection. Before operating the machine, remove tie, rings, watch and other jewelry and roll up

sleeves above the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and confine long hair. Protective type footwear should

be used. Where the noise exceeds the level of exposure allowed in Section 1910.95 of the OSHA

Regulations, use hearing protective devices. Do not wear gloves.

Guards. Be sure machine guards are in place and in good working order. Use them at all times on

operations where they can be used. If a guard must be removed for any operation, make sure it is replaced

immediately following completion of that operation.

Work area. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, saw dust, oil and other

liquids to minimize the danger of tripping or slipping. Be sure the table is free of all scrap, foreign material

and tools before starting to cut. Make certain the work area is well lighted and that a proper exhaust system is

used to minimize dust. Powermatic recommends the use of anti-skid floor strips on the floor area where the

operator normally stands and that each machine's work area be marked off. Provide adequate work space

around the machine.

Disconnect machine before performing any service or maintenance. A machine under repair should be

RED TAGGED to show it should not be used until the maintenance is complete.

Housekeeping. Before turning on machine, remove

all extra equipment such as keys, wrenches, scrap,

stock, and cleaning rags away from the machine.

Power on. On machines equipped with a manual

starter make sure the starter is in "OFF" position

before connecting power to machine.

Three inch rule. When working a piece of wood on

the jointer, follow the 3 inch radius rule. The hands

must never be closer than 3 inches to the cutterhead.

See Figure 1.

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