1. Always wear eye protection that complies with
ANSI Standard Z87.1.
2. Noise levels vary widely. To avoid possible hearing
damage, wear ear plugs or muffs when using the
Dovetail Jig for hours at a time.
3. For dusty operations, wear a dust mask along
with safety goggles.
4. Do not use this Dovetail Jig with router bits or
guide bushings other than those specified for the
cuts being made.
5. Follow the instructions in your Router Owner’s
Manual.
6.Vibrations caused by the router during use can
cause fasteners to become loose. Before use and
periodically during use, check all fasteners to make
sure that they are all are tight and secure.
7. Do not use this product until all assembly installation steps have been completed, and you have read
and understand all safety and operational instructions in this manual, and the Router Owners Manual.
8. Make sure that the router bit is properly positioned
in the router so that it does not contact the guide
bushing or the template when cutting.
9. The Dovetail Jig must be securely mounted to a
workbench or other stable surface when in use. The
front of the base should overhang the front of the
workbench by no more than 1/4" to provide clearance when clamping workpieces to the Dovetail Jig.
10. Do not use the Dovetail Jig as a work surface.
Doing so may cause damage to the Dovetail Jig,
which can cause it to be unsafe to use. A workbench
should be used for this purpose.
11. This product is designed to cut flat workpieces.
Do not cut or attempt to cut workpieces that are
not flat or that are irregularly shaped.
12. This product is to be used for cutting wood workpieces only. Do not use this product to cut metal
or any other non-wood material.
13. This product has been designed to cut workpieces having thicknesses of 3/8" to 1". Do not use
for workpieces of any other thicknesses.
14. Do not clamp any workpieces to the Dovetail Jig
or make any adjustments to the Dovetail Jig unless
the router has been turned off, the router bit is not
turning, and the Router has been disconnected from
the electrical outlet.
15. When setting “the-depth-of-cut” of the router
bit, make sure that the workpiece is clamped to the
Dovetail Jig in such a manner that the router bit
does not cut into the Dovetail base causing damage to it or possible serious injury to you.
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16. Disconnect tools before servicing
Before servicing, when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. Avoid accidental starting
Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
18. Use recommended accessories
Consult the owner’s manual for recommended accessories
and follow the instructions. The use
of improper accessories may cause hazards.
19. Never stand on tool
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
DO NOT store materi-
als above or near the tool making it
necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
20. Check damaged parts
Before further use of the tool, any guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
ensure that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or any other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
21. Direction of feed
Feed work into a blade or cutter AGAINST the
direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. Never leave tool running unattended
Turn power OFF. DO NOT leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
23. Keep hands away from cutting area
24. Store idle tools
When not in use, tools should be stored in dry,
high or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
25. Do not abuse cord
Keep cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
26. Outdoor extension cords
When tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords suitable for use outdoors and so marked.
27. Never use in an explosive atmosphere
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes,
flammable liquids, or combustible items.
28. Drugs, alcohol, medication
DO NOT operate tool while under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
Read and Understand this instruction book
completely BEFORE using this product.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
INDUSTRIAL DOVETAIL JIG