Safety Instructions; For Band Saw - Sears Craftsman 113.244420 Owner's Manual

safety instructions for band saw
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects being throwr; into the eyes, which can result in
severe eye damage, Always wear safety goggles com-
plying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) before
commencing power t0ol operation. Safety Goggles are
available at Sears retail or catalog stores.
READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS APPEARING ON THE INSTRUCTION PLATE ON
THE FRONT OF THE BAND SAW.
INCH
MOTORIZED
BAND SAW
motor specifications and
requirements
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This machine is designed to use, and is equipped with,
a 1725 RPM motor. It is wired for operation on 110-120
volts, 60 Hz., alternating current. (TOOL MUST NOT BE
CONVERTED TO OPERATE ON 230 VOLT).
For replacement motor refer to parts list in this manual.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY OUTLET
This machine must be grounded while in use to protect
the operator from electric shock.
Plug power cord into a 110-120V properly grounded
type outlet protected by a 15-amp. time delay or Circuit-
Saver fuse or circuit breaker.
If you are not sure that your outlet is properly grounded,
have it checked by a qualified electrician.
WARNING: DO NOT PERMIT FINGERS TO TOUCH
THE TERMINALS OF PLUGS WHEN INSTALLING
OR REMOVING THE PLUG TO OR FROM THE
OUTLET.
PROPERLY
GROUNDED
_PRONG OUTLET--_
WARNING: IF NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED THIS
POWER TOOL CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL
SHOCK PARTICULARLY WHEN USED iN DAMP
LOCATIONS CLOSE TO PLUMBING. IF AN ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK OCCURS THERE IS THE POTEN-
TIAL OF A SECONDARY HAZARD SUCH AS
YOUR HANDS CONTACTING THE SAW BLADE.
If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in any way,
have Jt replaced immediately.
Your unit is for use on 110-120 volts, and has a plug
that looks like below.
3-PRONG
PLUG
GROUNDING
PRONG