Jet HB-1697H Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

HB-1697H Hand Brake

Models: HB-1697H

WALTER M EIE R (Manufa c turing) Inc.

427 New Sanford Road
LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Part No. M-752002
Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision B 10/2012
www.waltermeier.com Copyright © 2012 Walter Meier (Manufacturi ng) Inc .

Warranty and Service

Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of
our Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States can give you quick service. In most cases, any
of these Walter Meier Authorized Service Centers can authorize warranty repair, assist you in obtaining parts, or

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perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET
your area call 1-800-274-6848.

MORE INFORMATION

Walter Meier is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with
your local Walter Meier distributor, or visit waltermeier.com.

WARRANTY

JET products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product (MW = Metalworking, WW =
Woodworking).

WHAT IS COVERED?

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the exceptions stated below. Cutting tools,
abrasives and other consumables are excluded from warranty coverage.

WHO IS COVERED?

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product.

WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF COVERAGE?

The general JET warranty lasts for the time period specified in the product literature of each product.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?

Five Year Warranties do not cover woodworking (WW) products used for commercial, industrial or educational
purposes. Woodworking products with Five Year Warranties that are used for commercial, industrial or education
purposes revert to a One Year Warranty. This warranty does not cover defects due directly or indirectly to misuse,
abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair or alterations, or lack of maintenance.

HOW TO GET SERVICE

The product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to a location designated by us. For the name
of the location nearest you, please call 1-800-274-6848.

You must provide proof of initial purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the
merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will repair or replace the product, or refund the purchase price,
at our option. We will return the repaired product or replacement at our expense unless it is determined by us that
there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty in which case we will,
at your direction, dispose of or return the product. In the event you choose to have the product returned, you will be
responsible for the shipping and handling costs of the return.

HOW STATE LAW APPLIES

This warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

LIMITATIONS ON THIS WARRANTY

WALTER MEIER (MANUFACTURING) INC., LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

WALTER MEIER SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR
FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECI AL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FRO M THE USE OF
OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Walter Meier sells through distributors only. The specifications in Walter Meier catalogs are given as general
information and are not binding. Members of Walter Meier reserve the right to effect at any time, without prior notice,
those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason

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whatsoever. JET

branded products are not sold in Canada by Walter Meier.

tools. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in

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Warnings

1. For your own safety read instruction manual befor e operating grinder.

2. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual befor e att em pting assembly or operation.

3. Read and understand the warnings po sted on the m achine and i n thi s manual. Failur e to comply wit h
all of these warnings m ay cause seriou s i njury.

4. This hand brake is designed and intended for use by properly trained and ex perienced personnel
only. If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a hand brak e, do not use until proper
training and knowledge have been obtained.

5. Do not exceed the rated capac it y on this hand brake.

6. Do not use this hand brake f or other than its int ended use. If used for other purpose s, Walter Meier
(Manufactur ing) Inc. disclaims any real or implied warranty and hol ds itself harmless from any injury
that may result from that use.

7. Wear eye protection and always use guards and eye shiel ds.

8. Always wear approved safety glasses/face shields while using this bench grinder. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; t hey ar e not safety glasses.

9. Bef or e operating t his bench gri nder, r emove tie, rings, watches and other j ewelry, and roll sleeves up
past the elbows. Rem ove all loose clot hing and confi ne long hair. Non-sli p footwear or ant i-skid floor
strips are recommended. Do not wear gloves.

10. Wear ear protectors (pl ugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.

11. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
contain chemi cals known to cause cancer , birt h defects or other repr oductiv e harm. Some examples
of these chemic als are:

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Lead from lead based paint.

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Crystalline sil ic a from bricks, cement and other m asonry pr oduc ts.

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Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber .

Your risk of exposure varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment, such as face or dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.

12. Do not operate this machi ne while tired or under the influence of drugs, al c ohol or any m edic ation.

13. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and i n working order at all times when the machine is in use. If removed
for maintenance pur pose s, use extreme caution and r eplac e the guards immediately.

14. M ak e sure t he hand br ak e is firmly secured to the floor before use.

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 part s, binding of moving parts, break age of parts, mounting
and any other condi ti ons that m ay affect its operati on. A guard or ot her part that i s damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.

16. SHEET METAL STOCK HAS SHARP EDGES. To prevent cuts, use caution when handling.

17. KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS clear of the area in front and rear of the brake.

18. P r ov ide for adequate space surroundi ng work area and non-glare, ov er head lighting.

19. M ak e y our workshop chi ld proof with padlock s, m aster switches or by removing starter k ey s

20. K eep v isitors a safe distance from the work area. Keep children away.

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