Safety and maintenance instructions
Working wood with machines is a pleasant job that will give you a lot of satisfaction.
Nevertheless, working with a machine requires constant attention and care. Therefore, for
your own safety, pay attention to the instructions summarised in this chapter.
- The machine can only be used safely if the operator strictly follows the operating and safety
instructions.
- It is absolutely necessary to read this manual before using the machine in order to know how
the machine works and what its limitations are.
- Always make sure that all protections are mounted on the machine and that the machine is
connected to a dust extraction installation. Also provide sufficient space around the machine
and good lighting in the workshop.
- When changing the tools or when doing a maintenance job, the machine must always be
disconnected from its power supply.
- Knives and tools which are not correctly sharpened or are in bad condition not only diminish
the quality of the work provided, but also increase the risk of accidents.
- Always wear suitable clothing, loose or torn clothes are very dangerous.
- Keep children away from the machine and the workshop.
- To avoid hearing damage it is recommended to wear ear protection when working with the
machine.
Danger list
This list was based on parts 1 and 2 of EN 292 and annexe A of part 2.
Operating instructions
- The following recommendations for safe working methods are given as examples, additional
to the information on the machine characteristics.
Nevertheless, the user must also follow the operating instructions in order to avoid accidents.
1. Training of machine users
It is absolutely necessary that the machine user receives comprehensive training regarding
operating and adjusting the machine. In particular:
a) the risks involved in working with the machine;
b) the operating principles, the correct usage and adjustment of the machine;
c) the correct choice of the tools for each operation;
d) the safe handling of parts to be machined;
e) the position of the hands in relation to the cutterblock;
f) storing the pieces in a safe way before and after machining them.
2. Stability
In order to be able to use the machine in a safe way, it is absolutely necessary to place it in a
stable position on the ground or another stable surface.
3. Adjustment and installation
a) Disconnect the machine from its power supply before every adjustment.
b) The recommendations of the manufacturer must be followed when adjusting and
installing the tools.
c) The tools must be suited to the material which has to be worked in
order to assure a safe and efficient usage.
The tools must be correctly sharpened and installed, with toolholders that are carefully
balanced.
