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Here are some safety instructions for the {{PAGENAME}}. Remember... SAFETY FIRST!!!

Here are some safety instructions for the {{PAGENAME}}. Remember... SAFETY FIRST!!!

*'''Fire / Burns''' – the propane torch emits an extremely hot open flame that can cause serious burns. Do not point the torch towards yourself or anyone else. Do not touch the nozzle or put your hands in front of the nozzle. Do not tip the torch sideways when annealing. Always make sure to close the valve and lock the trigger after you finish annealing. Be mindful that the needle nose pliers can be hot too after annealing. If you get burned, run cold water over the burned area for several minutes to reduce inflammation and the potential for blistering.

*'''Sharp Hazard''' – needles are very sharp and can pierce your skin. Turn off the serger when inserting/removing needles to avoid bumping the foot pedal and moving the needle assembly. Never place your fingers directly underneath the needle.

*'''Eye Injury''' – you must wear safety glasses throughout the annealing process and when swinging a hammer to punch out the center of a coin. Anyone else within a 6-foot radius should also wear safety glasses when you are annealing or hammering.

*'''Crush Hazard''' – be aware of all moving parts and keep your fingers away from any pinch points.

*'''Crush Hazard''' – exercise caution when using the press to fold your coin or using the stretcher/reducer. These tools have several pinch points and can cause serious injury to your hand if it gets caught between the moving parts.

*'''Entanglement''' – ensure that loose clothing, long hair, or any other dangling/loose items do not become entangled in the machine. Hair that extends below the collar should be tied up.

*'''Sharp Hazard''' – coins can have sharp burrs after punching a hole. Use the manual deburring tool to remove the sharp edge.

*'''Eye Injury''' – needles can break if they hit a solid object while sewing. The broken tip can fly off and become lodged in your eye. Wear safety glasses when using the serger.

*'''Corrosive Chemicals''' – the Midas Black Max finish contains hydrochloric acid which can cause severe skin burns and eye damage. A lab coat, chemical goggles, and gloves must be worn when handling hydrochloric acid. Consult the Maker Hub staff for proper disposal. Midas Black Max finish should only be applied to real silver/gold coins. All finishes must be applied in the Finishing Room to minimize your exposure to harmful vapors.

*Do not sew over pins. This can break or bend the needle.

*When punching out the center of a coin, place a wooden block on the floor with the punch assembly on top of it to protect the end of the punch from being damaged by the concrete.

*Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

*Ensure there is water in the pot before attempting to anneal your coin.

*Do not push or pull fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

*Don’t get a coin ring stuck on your finger.

*Ensure the needle you are using is undamaged.

*Make sure the needle is installed correctly.

*Verify that you are using the correct presser foot. When changing out the presser foot, manually check that the needle’s travel will clear the foot before using the foot pedal.

*Do not run thick fabrics or many layers of fabric through the serger. Use the industrial sewing machine for these applications.

*When you finish using the serger, disconnect the power cable from both the machine and the wall outlet/power strip. Coil the power cable neatly on the table.

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