Safety Instructions; Double Insulation/Polarized Plug Instructions - DeWalt DW705 Instruction Manual

Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
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Double Insulation
Double insulated tools are constructed throughout with two separate layers of
electrical insulation or one double thickness of insulation between you and the
tool's electrical system. Tools built with this insulation system are not intended to
be grounded. As a result, your tool is equipped with a two prong plug which
permits you to use extension cords without concern for maintaining a ground
connection.
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place of normal safety precautions
when operating this tool. The insulation system is for added protection against
injury resulting from a possible electrical insulation failure within the tool.
CAUTION: WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT
PARTS. Repair or replace damaged cords.
Polarized Plugs
Polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other) are used on equipment to
reduce the risk of electric shock. When provided, this plug will fit in the 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 the proper outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way.
Safety Instructions For All Tools
• KEEP GUARD IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
spindle before turning tool on.
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
• DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work
area well lighted.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe
distance from work area.
• MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or
by removing starter keys.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
• USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for
which it was not designed.
• WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties,
rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if
cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or vise to hold work when practical.
It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
• REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure
switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the instruction
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is
tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard
or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function—check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced. Do not use tool if switch does not turn
it on and off.
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