BISCUIT JOINER SAFETY WARNINGS
BISCUIT JOINER SAFETY
1. TOOL PURPOSE
This biscuit joiner is designed to create appropriately
sized slots in wood to allow easy joining with biscuits.
Using the machine for any other purpose for which
it is not designed may result in serious injuries,
machine damage, and voiding of the warranty.
2. PERSONAL SAFETY.
• Always wear ANSI Z87.1-approved glasses with
side shields, hearing protection and a dust mask.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they
might get drawn in by the tool. Tie back long hair.
• DO NOT wear gloves while operating this machine.
3. ELECTRIC CORDS.
Keep cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and
moving parts of the tool. Have an electrician replace
or repair damaged or worn cords immediately.
4. TOOL INSPECTION.
Before operation, check the tool for any damaged
or missing parts. Do not use the tool if any part
is missing or damaged. Do not use the tool if the
power switch is faulty, the plug or cable is damaged,
or the tool produces sparks, smoke, or unpleasant
odors (you may smell brushes wearing down for a
few minutes as the tool breaks in during the first
use, that is normal). Make sure all adjustments are
correct and all connections are tight.
5. SECURING THE WORKPIECE.
Use clamps to secure the workpiece whenever
possible to prevent wobble, damage to the workpiece,
and personal injury. Never hold a piece being cut
in your hands or across your legs. It is important
to support the work properly to minimize body
exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
6. STANDING POSITION.
Make sure to stand in a stable and sturdy stance with
a tight grip on the joiner. Kickback could cause the
joiner to jump when in use.
7. STARTING THE TOOL.
Always start the joiner before the blade is in contact
with the workpiece. Let the blade reach full speed
before using the tool. The reaction to the torque as
the motor accelerates to full speed may cause the
tool to kick back.
8. KEEP HANDS AWAY. Keep hands away from the
cutting area and the blade. Do not reach underneath
the workpiece. The blade guard cannot protect you
from the blade protruding from the underside of the
workpiece. Do not attempt to remove cut material
when the blade is moving.
9. DURING OPERATION.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the tool.
Overstressing the tool may cause kickback and
damage the tool and accessories. Use special care
when working corners, sharp edges etc.
10. TURNING OFF THE TOOL.
The blade coasts after the joiner is turned off. Wait
until the blade comes to a full stop before reaching
for loose materials or setting the tool down.
11. REPLACING THE JOINER BLADE.
Check the blade for chipped or broken teeth. Do not
use dull or damaged blades. Unshaped or improperly
set blades produce narrow kerf, causing excessive
friction, blade binding, and kickback. Always use
blades with correct size and arbor holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the joiner
will run eccentrically, causing a loss of control.
13. MAKING ADJUSTMENTS.
Always turn off and unplug the joiner before making
adjustments or changing attachments. Accidental
start-ups may occur if the saw is plugged in during an
accessory change. Develop a periodic maintenance
schedule for your tool. Always make sure the power
switch is in the OFF position and the machine is
unplugged when doing any cleaning, assembly,
setup operations, or when not in use.
WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules.
Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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