Jet GH-26120ZH Operation And Maintenance Instructions Download

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual

before attempting assembly or operation.

2. Read and understand the warnings posted on

the machine and in this manual. Failure to
comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.

3. Replace the warning labels if they become

obscured or removed.

4. This lathe is designed and intended for use by

properly trained and experienced personnel
only. If you are not familiar with the proper and
safe operation of a lathe, do not use until proper
training and knowledge have been obtained.

5. Do not use this lathe for other than its intended

use. If used for other purposes, JET disclaims
any real or implied warranty and holds itself
harmless from any injury that may result from
that use.

6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face

shields while using this lathe. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;
they are not safety glasses.

7. Before operating this lathe, remove tie, rings,

watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up
past the elbows. Remove all loose clothing and
confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid
floor strips are recommended. Do

not

wear

gloves.

8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during

extended periods of operation.

9. Do not operate this machine while tired or under

the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.

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. 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.

15. 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.

16. Provide for adequate space surrounding work

area and non-glare, overhead lighting.

17. Keep the floor around the machine clean and

free of scrap material, oil and grease.

18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work

area.

Keep children away.

19. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,

master switches or by removing starter keys.

20. Give your work undivided attention. Looking

around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-
play” are careless acts that can result in serious
injury.

21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that

you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do
not overreach or use excessive force to perform
any machine operation. Never force the cutting
action.

22. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that

you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do
not overreach or use excessive force to perform
any machine operation. Never force the cutting
action.

23. 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.

24.

Use recommended accessories; improper
accessories may be hazardous.

25. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools

sharp and clean for the best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.

26. Do not attempt to adjust or remove tools during

operation.

27. Never stop a rotating chuck or workpiece with

your hands.

28. Choose a low spindle speed when working

unbalanced workpieces, and for threading and
tapping operations.