Southbend SB1012 User Manual

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SAFETY
For Machines Mfg. Since 7/09
EVS Toolroom Lathes
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S A F E T Y
Understanding Risks of Machinery
Operating all machinery and machining equipment can be dangerous or relatively safe depending 
on how it is installed and maintained, and the operator's experience, common sense, risk awareness, 
working conditions, and use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, respirators, etc.).
The owner of this machinery or equipment is ultimately responsible for its safe use. This 
responsibility includes proper installation in a safe environment, personnel training and usage 
authorization, regular inspection and maintenance, manual availability and comprehension, 
application of safety devices, integrity of cutting tools or accessories, and the usage of approved 
personal protective equipment by all operators and bystanders.
The manufacturer of this machinery or equipment will not be held liable for injury or property 
damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications, or misuse. Failure to read, 
understand, and follow the manual and safety labels may result in serious personal injury, including 
amputation, broken bones, electrocution, or death.
The signals used in this manual to identify hazard levels are defined as follows:
Death or catastrophic 
harm WILL occur.
Moderate injury or fire 
MAY occur.
Death or catastrophic 
harm COULD occur.
Machine or property 
damage may occur.
Basic Machine Safety
1.   Owner’s Manual: 
All machinery and 
machining equipment presents serious 
injury hazards to untrained users. To 
reduce the risk of injury, anyone who uses 
THIS item MUST read and understand 
this entire manual before starting.
2.  Personal Protective Equipment:
 
Operating 
or servicing this item may expose the user 
to flying debris, dust, smoke, dangerous 
chemicals, or loud noises. These hazards 
can result in eye injury, blindness, long-
term respiratory damage, poisoning, 
cancer, reproductive harm or hearing loss. 
Reduce your risks from these hazards 
by wearing approved eye protection, 
respirator, gloves, or hearing protection.
3.  Trained/Supervised Operators Only: 
Untrained users can seriously injure 
themselves or bystanders. Only allow 
trained and properly supervised personnel 
to operate this item. Make sure safe 
operation instructions are clearly 
understood. If electrically powered, use 
padlocks and master switches, and remove 
start switch keys to prevent unauthorized 
use or accidental starting.
4. Guards/Covers:
 
Accidental contact with 
moving parts during operation may cause 
severe entanglement, impact, cutting, 
or crushing injuries. Reduce this risk by 
keeping any included guards/covers/doors 
installed, fully functional, and positioned 
for maximum protection.