General Safety Rules - Craftsman 244200 Owner's Manual

_'- FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN 10" BAND SAW
I If this CRAFTSMAN 10" BAND SAW fails due to a defect in material or workrnanshtp within one year from date of
purchase, Sears will repair it free of charge. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVA LABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE TOOL TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE
OR SERVICE CENTER THOUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
_,_ SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., DEPT. 698/731A SEARS TOWER, CHICAGO, IL 60684
"READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS" Failure to follow the SAFETY RULES listed
BE LOW, and other basic safety precautions, may result in serious personal injury.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
3. KEEP WORK AREAS CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not
use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact
tool or extension cord. All visitors should be kept
away from work area.
4. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should
be stored in dry, high or locked up place--out of the
reach of children.
5. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool. Don't
use tool for purpose not intended-for example; don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry, They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when
34. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
15. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged in tool with finger on switch. Be sure switch
is OFF when plugged in.
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18.
OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords suitable for
use outdoors and marked with suffix W-A (for UL),
or W (for CSA).
AVOID GASEOUS AREAS. Do not operate portable
electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks
might ignite fumes.
DO NOT ALTER OR MISUSE TOOL. These tools
are precision built. Any alteration or modification
not specified is misuse and may result in a dangerous
condition.
19. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent
body contact with grounded surfaces. For example;
pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to 20. STAY
contain long hair.
8. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also face or dust mask if
cutting operation is dusty.
9. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
10. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work.
it's saferthan using your hand and it frees both hands
to operate tool.
11. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
ALERT,
common sense.
12. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have
repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect exten-
sion cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
13. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use; before
Watch what you are doing. Use
Do not operate tool when you are
tired.
21. 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 re-
paired or replaced. Have defective switches replaced.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
_ Before connecting the tool to a
22. power source (receptacle, outlet,
etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that
specified on the nameplate of the tool. A power
sou rce with voltage greater than that specified for the
tool can result in SERIOUS INJURY to the user-as
well as damage to the tool. If in doubt, DO NOT
PLUG _N THE TOOL. Using a power source with
voltage less than the nameplate rating is harmful to
the motor.
servicing; when changing blades, bits, cutters, etc.
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