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Power Tool Safety Rules
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.!WARNING
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work AreaWhen operating a power tool outside, use
an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A"
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas inviteor "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use
accidents.and reduce the risk of electric shock. Refer to
ORecommended sizes of Extension Cords� in
Do not operate power tools in explosivethe Accessory section of this manual.
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. PowerPersonal Safety
tools create sparks which may ignite the dustStay alert, watch what you are doing and
or fumes.
use common sense when operating a
Keep by-standers, children, and visitorspower tool. Do not use tool while tired or
away while operating a power tool.under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
Distractions can cause you to lose control.medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
Electrical Safetypersonal injury.
Double Insulated tools are equipped with aDress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outletor jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your
hair, clothing, and gloves away from
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully inmoving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still doeshair can be caught in moving parts. Keep
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
handles dry, clean and free from oil and
install a polarized outlet. Do not changegrease.
the plug in any way. Double Insulation
eliminates the need for the three wireAvoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is
OOFF� before plugging in. Carrying tools with
grounded power cord and grounded power
supply system. Before plugging in the tool, beyour finger on the switch or plugging in tools
certain the outlet voltage supplied is within thethat have the switch OON� invites accidents.
voltage marked on the nameplate. Do not useRemove adjusting keys or wrenches before
OAC only� rated tools with a DC power supply.turning the tool OON�. A wrench or a key that
is left attached to a rotating part of the tool
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges andmay result in personal injury.
refrigerators. There is an increased risk ofDo not overreach. Keep proper footing and
electric shock if your body is grounded. Ifbalance at all times. Proper footing and
operating the power tool in damp locations isbalance enables better control of the tool in
unavoidable, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupterunexpected situations.
must be used to supply the power to yourUse safety equipment. Always wear eye
tool. ElectricianOs rubber gloves and footwear
will further enhance your personal safety.protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be
Don't expose power tools to rain or wetused for appropriate conditions.
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.Tool Use and Care
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cordUse clamps or other practical way to
to carry the tools or pull the plug from ansecure and support the workpiece to a
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharpstable platform. Holding the work by hand or
edges or moving parts. Replace damagedagainst your body is unstable and may lead to
cords immediately. Damaged cords increaseloss of control.
the risk of electric shock.
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