1. Read, understand and follow all safety warnings
and instructions in the supplied Operator’s Manual.
2. Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica-
tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.
3. Keep the work area well lit, clean and free of
debris.
4. Keep children and shop visitors at a safe distance
while operating the saw; do not permit them to
operate the scroll saw.
5. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches
and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsu-
pervised use.
6. Stay alert! Give your work undivided attention. Even
a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury.
7. Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in well ventilated area
and use a dust collector whenever possible.
8. Wear approved safety glasses and dust mask. Do
not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck-
laces or jewellery while operating the saw.
9. Be sure all adjustment tools, wrenches or other clut-
ter are removed from the machine and/or the
table surface before operation.
10. Keep hands well away from saw blade and all
moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and sawdust.
11. Be sure that saw blade is properly installed, and in
proper cutting direction, before operation.
12. Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.
13. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
14. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw
will perform better and more safely when working
at the rate for which it was designed.
15. Use suitable support when cutting stock that does
not have a flat surface.
16. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi-
tions. Do not overreach during cutting operation;
keep both feet on floor. Never lean over or reach
behind the blade and never pull the work piece
through the cut from behind.
17. Never leave the machine unattended while running
or with the power “ON”.
18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by General® International may result in equipment
malfunction or risk of injury.
19. Never stand or lean on the saw. Serious injury could
occur if the unit is tipped over or if the blade is unin-
tentionally contacted.
20. Always turn off and disconnect from power source
before servicing or changing accessories, blades,
or before performing any maintenance or adjust-
ments.
21. Make sure that switch is in the "OFF" position before
plugging in the power cord.
22. Make sure saw is properly grounded. If equipped
with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a three-
pole receptacle. Never remove the third prong.
Rules for Safe Operation
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limita-
tions, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of its equipment.
