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Machine Operating Checklist
Safety and Precautions
The Shapeoko is a machine tool that requires the same caution as any power tool.
Eye protection — impact-resistant safety glasses or goggles.
Hearing protection — Use ear plugs or muffs. Hearing damage is cumulative and irreversible, so one should err on the side of caution.
Respiratory protection — a filter or respiratory mask suited to the dust generated by the material being cut should be worn.
Ensure clothing, hair, and/or jewelry cannot become caught in the machine, never reach into the machine’s working envelope while it is running.
Use care when handling endmills to avoid being cut.
Never leave the machine running unattended/unsupervised.