Additional Specific Safety Rules - Porter-Cable 7499 Instruction Manual

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and shock the operator.
2. Keep blades sharp. Sharp blades will do the job better and safer.
3. Keep hands away from cutting area. When sawing never reach underneath
or behind the material being cut for any reason.
4. When you have finished a cut be careful not to come into contact with the
blade. Turn off the motor immediately.
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plumbing pipes, etc.) come into contact with the blade.
6. Never hold work in your hand, lap, or against other parts of your body
when sawing.
7. Some wood contains preservatives which can be toxic. Take extra care
to prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with these materials.
Request, and follow, all safety information available from your material
supplier.
8. Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards.
Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
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crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from
face and body. Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide
for proper dust removal. Use dust collection system wherever possible.
Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory
or other injury, including silicosis (a serious lung disease), cancer, and
death. Avoid breathing the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with dust.
Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes, or lay on your skin may
promote absorption of harmful material. Always use properly fitting
NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust
exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap and water.
Exercise extreme caution when blind cutting to be
certain that no foreign objects (electrical wire, conduit,
Use of this tool can generate and disburse dust or
other airborne particles, including wood dust,
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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