Craftsman 315.17500 Owner's Manual page 3

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
7. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not In use, tools should be stored in dry, high or
locked-up place -- out of reach of children.
8. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was designed.
9. USE 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 usa
a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
11. USE SAFETY GLASSES with all tools. Also face or dust mask if' cutting
operation Is dusty.
12. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
13. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
14. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing ac-
cessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS. Whennot in use, before servicing_ or when changing at-
tachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
17, REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry piugged-m tools with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off whenplugging in.
19. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS.When tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords suitable for use outdoors, Outdoor approved cords are marked
with the suffix W-A, for example -- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
20. KEEP CUTTERS CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp cutters minimize stalling and kick-
back.
21. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTTING AREA. Keep hands away from cutters. Do
not reach underneath Work while cutter is rotating. Do not attempt to remove
material while cutter is rotating,
22. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor
could ignite fumes.
23. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your
nearest Sears Repair Center.
24. INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged.
25. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always
use aclean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluid, gasoline, or any Strong
solvents to clean your tool.
26. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not op-
erate tool whenyou are tired,
27. 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 mov-
ing parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operahon. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless
indicated elsewhere In this instruction manual.
28. DO NOT USE TOOL I1=SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defect-
ire switches replaced by authorized 'service center.
29. Inspect for and remove all hails _from lumber before routitig
30. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under- the influ-
ence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
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