Work Area; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety; General Safety Instructions - DeWalt DW368 Instruction Manual

General Safety Instructions

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark
areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed
and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances.
Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding
provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Applicable only to Class I (grounded) tools.
• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other.) This plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double
insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power
cord and grounded power supply system. Applicable only to Class II
(double insulated) tools. The DW368 is double insulated tools.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or
pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension
cord marked "W-A" or "W." These cords are rated for outdoor use
and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25
220V 0-50
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
12 - 16 14

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury,
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain
long hair. Keep your hair, clothing , and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging
in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A
wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may
result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in
unexpected situations.
2
26-50 51-100 101-150
51-100 101-200 201-300
AWG
12 Not Recommended