Power Tool Safety Rules; Work Area; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Craftsman 130.26620 Operator's Manual

_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 by-standers, children, and visitors
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safet_
Double Insulated tools are sqmpped 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 cha .n_e the plug in
any way. Double Insulation LOJ eliminates the
need for the three wire grounded power
cord and grounded power supply system.
Before plugging In the tool, be certain the
outlet voltage supplied is within the voltage
marked on the nameplate. Do not use "AC
only" rated tools with a DC power supply.
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. If
operating the power tool in damp locations is
unavoidable, a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
must be used to supply the power to your tool,
Electrician's rubber gloves and footwear will
further enhance your personal safety.
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 electdc 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. Refer to
"Recommended sizes of Extension Cords" In
the Accessory section of this manual.
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.
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. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
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,
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be
used for appropdate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
use clamps or other practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable
platform. Holding the work by hand or against
your body Is unstable and may lead to loss of
control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for
your applicstlon. The correct tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is
designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it
"ON" or "OFF". Any tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
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