Ironwood DBR50, User Manual

Ironwood DBR50  |  User Manual

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1.6 Safety Considerations

For your safety, read these instructions thoroughly before you install 
and operate this machine. Always have these instructions available 
at the machine for reference. 

Observe all codes and regulations that apply to the installation and 
operation of this machine. 

Keep visitors at a safe distance from the work space. 

Keep children away from this and all machines. Childproof your work 
area!

Familiarize yourself with the safety notices used in this manual. 

 Caution

If cautions are ignored, personal injury and/or machine damage may 
result.

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If warnings are ignored, serious injury or death may result.

Warning Label

This machine has a warning label attached to ensure safe operation. 
It is very important and should be kept clean and never removed. 
If the warning label becomes damaged or lost, contact Stiles 
Machinery immediately for replacements. 

Risk of electrical shock

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Never use the DBR50 for purposes other than its intended use. Do 
not modify or remove any guards or other safety features. Improper 
use or modifications may affect your warranty or result in serious 
injury or death. 

Training

This machine is intended for use by authorized, well-trained 
operators only. 

Do not operate until you have a complete working knowledge of 
the machine and have been properly trained for its safe operation, 
correct adjustment, and use. All operators should thoroughly read 
and understand this manual and the workings of this machine prior 
to operation.

It is essential that all operators be aware of the following:

•  The dangers associated with the operation of this machine.

•   The use of personal protective equipment for ear and eye 

protection.

•   The proper positioning of the operator and operator’s hands 

relative to the drill bits and pneumatic clamps.

•   The principles of machine operation, and proper use and 

adjustment of the fence and safety features.

•  The correct selection of tooling for each operation.

•  The safe handling of the workpiece when boring.

•  The safe stacking of the workpiece before and after boring.