
General Machinery Safety Instructions
Machinery House
requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine.
1. Read the entire Manual before starting
machinery.
not correctly used.
Machinery may cause serious injury if
2. Always use correct hearing protection when
operating machinery.
permanent hearing damage.
Machinery noise may cause
3. Machinery must never be used when tired, or
under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
running machinery you must be alert at all times.
When
4. Wear correct Clothing. At all times remove all loose
clothing, necklaces, rings, jewelry, etc. Long hair
must be contained in a hair net. Non-slip protective
footwear must be worn.
5. Always wear correct respirators around fumes
or dust when operating machinery.
fumes & dust can cause serious respiratory illness.
Dust extractors must be used where applicable.
Machinery
6. Always wear correct safety glasses. When
machining you must use the correct eye protection
to prevent injuring your eyes.
7. Keep work clean and make sure you have good
lighting.
accidents.
Cluttered and dark shadows may cause
8. Personnel must be properly trained or well
supervised when operating machinery.
sure you have clear and safe understanding of the
machine you are operating.
Make
9. Keep children and visitors away. Make sure
children and visitors are at a safe distance for you
work area.
10. Keep your workshop childproof. Use padlocks,
Turn off master power switches and remove start
switch keys.
14. Use correct amperage extension cords.
Undersized extension cords overheat and lose
power. Replace extension cords if they become
damaged.
15. Keep machine well maintained. Keep blades
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions when lubricating and changing
accessories.
16. Keep machine well guarded. Make sure guards
on machine are in place and are all working
correctly.
17. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
18. Secure workpiece. Use clamps or a vice to
hold the workpiece where practical. Keeping the
workpiece secure will free up your hand to operate
the machine and will protect hand from injury.
19. Check machine over before operating. Check
machine for damaged parts, loose bolts, Keys and
wrenches left on machine and any other conditions
that may effect the machines operation. Repair and
replace damaged parts.
20. Use recommended accessories. Refer to
instruction manual or ask correct service officer
when using accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause the risk of injury.
21. Do not force machinery. Work at the speed and
capacity at which the machine or accessory was
designed.
22. Use correct lifting practice. Always use the
correct lifting methods when using machinery.
Incorrect lifting methods can cause serious injury.
23. Lock mobile bases. Make sure any mobile bases
are locked before using machine.
11. Never leave machine unattended. Turn power off
and wait till machine has come to a complete stop
before leaving the machine unattended.
12. Make a safe working environment. Do not use
machine in a damp, wet area, or where flammable
or noxious fumes may exist.
13. Disconnect main power before service
machine.
position before re-connecting.
Make sure power switch is in the off
24. Allergic reactions. Certain metal shavings and
cutting fluids may cause an ellergic reaction in
people and animals, especially when cutting as the
fumes can be inhaled. Make sure you know what
type of metal and cutting fluid you will be exposed
to and how to avoid contamination.
25. Call for help. If at any time you experience
difficulties, stop the machine and call you nearest
branch service department for help.

Bobbin Sander Safety Instructions
Hare and Forbes Machinery House
requires you to read this entire Manual before using this machine.
1. Maintenance. Make sure the Bobbin Sander is
turned off and disconnect from the main power
supply and make sure all moving parts have come to
a complete stop before any inspection, adjustment
or maintenance is carried out.
2. Bobbin Sander Condition. Bobbin Sander must be
maintained for a proper working condition. Never
operate a Bobbin Sander that has damaged or
worn parts. Scheduled routine maintenance should
performed on a scheduled basis.
3. Sanding Sleeve Condition. Never operate a Bobbin
Sander with a damaged or badly worn sanding
sleeves. Replace if required.
4. Sander Rotation. Be aware of the sander rotation
when sanding.
5. Hand Hazard. Keep hands and fingers clear from
moving parts. Serious injury can occur if hand or
finger tips come in contact with abrasives or moving
parts.
6. Leaving a Bobbin Sander Unattended. Always
turn the Bobbin Sander off and make sure all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before leaving
the Bobbin Sander. Do not leave Bobbin Sander
running unattended for any reason.
7. Avoiding Entanglement. Remove loose clothing,
belts, or jewelry items. Never wear gloves while
machine is in operation. Tie up long hair and use the
correct hair nets to avoid any entanglement with the
Bobbin Sander moving parts.
8. Understand the machines controls. Make sure you
understand the use and operation of all controls.
9. Power outage. In the event of a power failure during
use of the machine, turn off all switches to avoid
possible sudden start up once power is restored.
10. Work area hazards. Keep the area around the
Bobbin Sander clean from oil, tools, chips. Pay
attention to other persons in the area and know
what is going on around the area to ensure
unintended accidents.
11. Workpiece Handling. Never hold small workpieces
with your fingers during sanding. Always support/
feed the workpiece with push stick, table support,
vice, or some sort of clamping fixture.
12. Hearing protection and hazards. Always wear
hearing protection as noise generated from
Bobbin Sander and workpiece vibration can cause
permanent hearing loss over time.
13. Dust hazards. Always wear dust mask or respirator
and eye protection when sanding. Use a dust
collector as well to keep dust to a minimum.
14. Feeding material. Always feed material into the
direction of the sander sleeve. Never use excessive
force when sanding or serious injury can occur.
15. Job Material. Check material prior to sanding for
nails, staple and other objects that make cause any
danger when sanding.
16. Starting position/speed. Never turn the Bobbin
Sander on when the workpiece is resting on the
sander sleeve. Allow sander to reach full speed
before sanding.
17. Sanding. Keep workpiece down toward the table
whilst sanding. Workpiece may cause serious injury
if not held correctly.
19. Stopping the Bobbin Sander. Do not stop or slow
the sander with your hand or workpiece. Allow the
machine to stop on its own.
20. Wood dust may cause allergic reactions. Make
sure you know what type of dust you are exposed
to as it may cause you an allergic reaction. Always
wear an approved respirator.
21. Call for help. If at any time you experience
difficulties, stop the machine and call you nearest
branch service department for help.

CUTTING, STABBING,
Authorised and signed by:
NEW MACHINERY HAZARD IDENTIFICATION, ASSESSMENT & CONTROL
Wear appropriate protective clothing.
Must be connected to a dust extraction.
Developed in Co-operation Between A.W.I.S.A and Australia Chamber of Manufactures
This program is based upon the Australian Worksafe Standard for Plant(NOHSC:1010-1994)
ENTANGLEMENT
PUNCTURING
SHEARING
Do not adjust or clean machine until the machine has fully stopped.
(Recommended for Purchase / Buyer / User)
Isolate power to machine prior to any checks or maintenance being carried out.
Eliminate, avoid loose clothing / Long hair etc.
Make sure all guards are secured shut when machine is on.
Stand clear of moving parts on machine.
Remove all loose objects around moving parts.
Always sand on the down stroke of the bobbin sander's rotation.
Keep hands and body clear from bobbin sander spindle.
Plant Safety Program to be read in conjunction with manufactures instructions
Ensure belts are in good condition and at correct tension.
Stand clear of moving parts on machine.
All electrical enclosures should only be opened with a tool that is not to be kept with the machine.
Wear hearing protection as required.
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