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Power Tool Safety Rules
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions
!WARNING
listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Areacords immediately. Damaged cords increase
Keep your work area clean and well lit.the risk of electric shock.
Cluttered benches and dark areas inviteWhen operating a power tool outside, use
accidents.an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A"
or "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence ofand reduce the risk of electric shock. Refer to
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. PowerORecommended sizes of Extension Cords� in
the Accessory section of this manual.
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust
or fumes.
Personal Safety
Keep by-standers, children, and visitorsStay alert, watch what you are doing and
away while operating a power tool.
use common sense when operating a
Distractions can cause you to lose control.power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
Electrical Safetyunder the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while
Double Insulated tools are equipped with aoperating power tools may result in serious
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
personal injury.
other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully inDress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still doesor jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your
not fit, contact a qualified electrician tohair, clothing, and gloves away from
install a polarized outlet. Do not changemoving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or
the plug in any way. Double Insulationlong hair can be caught in moving parts.
eliminates the need for the three wireKeep handles dry, clean and free from oil and
grounded power cord and grounded powergrease.
supply system. Before plugging in the tool, beAvoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is
certain the outlet voltage supplied is within the?OFF? before plugging in. Carrying tools with
voltage marked on the nameplate. Do not useyour finger on the switch or plugging in tools
?AC only? rated tools with a DC power supply.that have the switch OON� invites accidents.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfacesRemove adjusting keys or wrenches before
such as pipes, radiators, ranges andturning the tool ?ON?. A wrench or a key that
refrigerators. There is an increased risk ofis left attached to a rotating part of the tool
electric shock if your body is grounded. Ifmay result in personal injury.
operating the power tool in damp locations is
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
unavoidable, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupterbalance at all times. Proper footing and
must be used to supply the power to your
balance enables better control of the tool in
tool. ElectricianOs rubber gloves and footwearunexpected situations.
will further enhance your personal safety.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
Don't expose power tools to rain or wetprotection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be
increase the risk of electric shock.used for appropriate conditions.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord
to carry the tools or pull the plug from anTool Use and Care
outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharpUse clamps or other practical way to
edges or moving parts. Replace damagedsecure and support the workpiece to a
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