Safe, effective use of a wood lathe requires detailed study and
knowledge of all procedures for using this tool. Read and thoroughly
understand the label warnings on the lathe and in the owner/
operators manual.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
complying with current national standard, and a full face shield
when needed. Use a dust mask in dusty work conditions. Wear
hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

Do not wear gloves, loose clothing, jewelry or any dangling objects
that may catch in rotating parts or accessories. Tie back long hair.

Check the owner/operators manual for proper speed
recommendations for the intended purpose and use.

The work area must be provided with shadow free lighting, and be
open and uncluttered, so that the operator moves are not hindered.

Make certain that the belt guard or cover is in place and be sure that
the workpiece is free but firmly mounted between centers. Check that
all clamping devices (locks), such as on the tailstock and toolrest, are
tight and that the workpiece clears the toolrest and other machine
parts before operating the tool.

Never adjust the toolrest with the lathe turned "on."

Do not run a lathe in the wrong direction. This can cause the turning
tool to be thrown from your hands.

The lathe spindle must rotate so the top of the workpiece turns
toward you.

The clearance between the workpiece and the toolrest should be
only about 1/8 in.

Use only defect-free stock, without cracks, checks, knots, splits
and the like. Knots, for example, can fly out and cause serious injury.

A lathe should not be altered in any way, or set up to perform any
operation not covered in the owner/operators manual.

It is recommended that you rough out faceplate workpiece on a
band saw or with hand tools before installing them on the
lathe faceplate.

Hold turning chisels securely on the toolrest, and hold handle of chisel
firmly. Always use the lowest speed when starting a new workpiece.
Lathes should be operated at slow speed until the workpiece is
cylindrical. This helps avoid the possibility of an unbalanced piece
jumping out at high speed and striking the operator.

Also be sure to remove the toolrest before you sand a workpiece
by hand.

Never remount a turned piece once it is removed from the faceplate.

Turn off and, if possible, unplug the lathe after use. Lock switch, if
lock is available, and store the key.