Delta 46-455 User Manual

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before operating the machine. Learning the machine’s 

application, limitations, and specific hazards will greatly 

minimize the possibility of accidents and injury.

2. 

safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are not safety 

glasses. Use certified safety equipment. Eye protection 

equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards. 

Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19 

standards. 

3. 

Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, 

neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get 

caught in moving parts. Nonslip protective footwear is 

recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain 

long hair.

4. 

The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in rain 

can cause shock or electrocution. Keep your work area 

well-lit to prevent tripping or placing arms, hands, and 

fingers in danger.

5. 

or in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors and 

switches in these tools may spark and ignite fumes.

6. 

Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest 

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and 

changing accessories. Poorly maintained tools and 

machines can further damage the tool or machine and/or 

cause injury.

7.  

Check for damaged parts. Before using the machine, 

check for any damaged parts. Check for alignment of 

moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, 

and any other conditions that may affect its operation. 

A guard or any other part that is damaged should be 

properly repaired or replaced with DELTA

®

 or factory 

authorized replacement parts. Damaged parts can cause 

further damage to the machine and/or injury.

8. 

 Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches 

invite accidents.

9. 

Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a 

potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors 

can be injured.

10.  Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure 

that the switch is in the “OFF” position before plugging in 

the power cord. In the event of a power failure, move the 

switch to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can 

cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when 

unplugging or plugging in the cord. 

11.  Use the guards. Check to see that all safety devices are 

in place, secured, and working correctly to prevent injury.

12.  Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before starting 

the machine. Tools, scrap pieces, and other debris can 

be thrown at high speed, causing injury.

13.  Use the right machine. Don’t force a machine or an 

attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. 

Damage to the machine and/or injury may result.

14.  Use recommended accessories. The use of accessories 

and attachments not recommended by DELTA

®

 may cause 

damage to the machine or injury to the user.

15.  Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your 

extension cord is in good condition. When using an 

extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry 

the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will 

cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and 

overheating. See the Extension Cord Chart for the correct 

size depending on the cord length and nameplate ampere 

rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller 

the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

16.  Secure the workpiece. Use clamps or a vise to hold the 

workpiece when practical. Loss of control of a workpiece 

can cause injury.

17.  Feed the workpiece against the direction of the 

Feeding it from the other direction will cause the 

workpiece to be thrown out at high speed.

18.  Don’t force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to 

the machine and/or injury may result.

19.  Don’t overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall into a 

working machine, causing injury.

20.  Never stand on the machine. Injury could occur if the 

tool tips, or if you accidentally contact the cutting tool.

21.  Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn 

the power off. Don’t leave the machine until it comes to a 

complete stop. A child or visitor could be injured.

22.  Turn the machine “

set-ups. When making repairs, be sure to lock the start 

switch in the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up can 

cause injury.

23.  Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, 

master switches, or by removing starter keys. The 

accidental start-up of a machine by a child or visitor could 

cause injury.

24.  Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use 

common sense. Do not use the machine when you 

are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or 

medication. A moment of inattention while operating power 

tools may result in injury.

25.   

Direct particles away from face and body.  Always operate 

tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust 

removal.  Use dust collection system wherever possible.  

Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent 

respiratory or other injury, including silicosis (a serious 

lung disease), cancer, and death.  Avoid breathing the 

dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing 

dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin 

may promote absorption of harmful material. Always 

use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory 

protection appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash 

exposed areas with soap and water.