JAN/FEB
2002
Volume 45/Issue 1
IN THIS ISSUE
Project
Articles
•
9-Drawer Workshop Toolbox
• Child's Desk and Chairs
• Candle Sconce and Desktop Pencil Holder
DEPARTMENTS
•
Ask Smitty
• Owner’s Gallery
• Letters from Owners
Academy Notes
Finishing
Touches - Pt.3 Applying a Natural Finish
Service Pointers
Speed
Changer
Safety Tips
Safety
Is Your Decision
What's New
The
Standard Anniversary Model Shopsmith MARK V
EDUCATION
• Find
A Shopsmith Woodworking Academy Near You
• National
Woodworking Academy in Dayton, OH
ONLINE
CATALOGS
• Online Accessory Catalog
• Request
Printed Accessory Catalog
• Online
Replacement Parts Catalog
MARK
V INFORMATION
• Find
A Shopsmith
MARK V Demo Near You
• Request MARK
V Information Package
LINKS
•
Links Worth Visiting
•
Free Woodworking Tips
FEEDBACK
Contacting
Shopsmith
Copyright
2002.
Shopsmith, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Safety Is YOUR Decision
REDUCE THE RISK OF UN-INTENTIONAL STARTING -- Double-check to make sure all power tool switches are turned off before plugging-in any power tool.
DON'T STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND THE WORKPIECE WHEN FEEDING IT INTO A TOOL -- This is particularly important with table saws and similar tools where the workpiece could grab and be thrown back into your body. If your table saw or radial arm saw has an upper guard with anti-kick-back fingers, ALWAYS use this guard to prevent dangerous kick-backs.
WEAR A DUST MASK -- Breathing sawdust is a health hazard. Always use a Dust Collection System and wear a dust mask to eliminate airborne dust at the source and filter-out as much as possible before it reaches your lungs.
NEVER OPERATE POWER TOOLS IF YOU ARE FATIGUED, TAKING MEDICATION OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES FROM YOUR TOOL BEFORE TURNING IT ON -- Many injuries occur from flying Allen wrenches and Chuck Keys.
KEEP YOUR WORK AREA WELL LIT, CLEAN AND FREE OF CLUTTER.
PROTECT ALL SHOP VISITORS -- All shop visitors should be asked to stand a safe distance away from power tools and wear eye and ear protection.
MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF -- Install padlocks, lockable master switches or removable power keys on all power tools to prevent unauthorized use. Keep all sharp tools and toxic finishing supplies under lock-and-key.
DON'T FORCE TOOLS -- A tool or accessory will produce better results and be safer for the operator if it is used at the rate for which it was designed. Force-feeding workpieces through blades or cutters is hazardous and could lead to personal injury. Slow down and allow the blade or cutter to do its job.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB -- Don't use a tool or accessory to perform a job for which it was not intended.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL -- NEVER wear loose clothing, gloves or jewelry when working with power tools. ALWAYS roll sleeves up above the elbows, wear non-slip footwear and tuck long hair under a hat.
SECURE THE WORKPIECE -- When practical, use a vise, clamps or fixture to hold a workpiece in position when working on it with a tool. It's safer than using your hand and frees both hands to better control the tool.
