Clamp material to be drilled securely to the drill-table before starting the machine. Tighten the chuck of the drill press and remove the release key before starting the machine or your arm may be twisted around the spindle. Never leave the key in the chuck. Use drills properly sharpened to cut the right size. Run drills only at the correct speed and do not force or feed too fast.
Broken drills can cause serious injury.
If your work should slip from the clamp, never attempt to stop it with your hands. Stop machine to make any adjustment or repair. Drill presses should never be forced by exerting excess pressure on the feed lever. Drive belts should be covered. A ladder's feet should be one- fourth of its length away from the wall against which it is leaning.