Jet Elite EHB-1018VM, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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EHB-1018VM | EHB-1018VMH

WARNING:

 This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and benzene which are known to the State of California to 

cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

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10.  Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting the machine to the power supply.
11.  Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
12.  Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source.
13.  

Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the 
machine before turning it on. 

14.  Avoid contact with coolant, especially guarding your eyes.
15.  Always keeps hands and fingers away from the blade when the machine is running.
16.  Never hand hold the material. Always use the vise and clamp it securely.
17.  Always provide adequate support for long and heavy material.
18.  

Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and 
replace the guards immediately after maintenance is complete.

19.  

Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, 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.  

Do not use power tools in damp/wet locations or other dangerous environments. Do not expose them to rain. Keep work area well 
lighted. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area and non-glare overhead lighting.

21.  Keep the floor around the machine clean and free of scrap material, oil and grease.
22.  

Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away. Workshop should be childproof; padlocks, master switches, 
remove starter keys. 

23.  

Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in 
serious injury.

24.  

Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against the blade or other moving parts. Do not overreach or 
use excessive force to perform any machine operation.

25.  

Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. The 
right tool will do the job better and more safely.

26.  

Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.

27.  

Maintain tools with care. Keep blade sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and 
changing accessories. 

28.  Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension, blade guides and thrust bearings.
29.  Turn off the machine and disconnect from power before cleaning. Use a brush to remove chips or debris — do not use your hands.
30.  Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the machine tips over.
31.  Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
32.  

Be sure that the blade is not in contact with the workpiece when the motor is started. The motor shall be started and you should allow 
the saw to come up to full speed before bringing the saw blade into contact with the workpiece.

33.  Adjust upper guide to clear workpiece. Hold workpiece fi rmly against table.
34.   Direction of feed — feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
35.  

Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualifi ed electrician in accordance with all applicable codes and standards.

36.  Do not remove jammed pieces until blade has stopped.

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WARNING: 

Some dust, fumes and gases created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, welding and other construction 

activities contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some 
examples of these chemicals are:
 

•  lead from lead based paint

•  crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products

•  arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work 
in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out 
microscopic particles. For more information go to http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/ and http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood.