Specific Safety Instructions - Craftsman 152.229010 Instruction Manual

it is aUsonecessary to repUace the 120 voUtpUug,sup-
plied with the motor, with a UL/CSA Listed pUugsuitabb
for 240 voUts and rated current of the drHU press. Contact
a bcaU qualified eUectrbian for proper procedures to
install the pUug.The drHU press must compUy with aH
bcaU and nationaU eUectrbaUcodes after the 240 voUt
pUugis installed.
The drHU press with a 240 voUtpUugshouUd onUybe
connected to an outlet having the same configuration
as the pUugshown in FIGURE 1-3. No adapter is avaiP
able or should be used with the 240 volt plug.
Fig. 1-3
240 Volt
current carrying
prongs
grounding blade is
longest of the 3 blades
grounded outlet box
6)
MAKE CERTAIN the receptacle in question is properly
grounded. If you are not sure have a qualified ebctric-
ian check the receptacle.
This Drill Press is for indoor use only. Do not expose to
rain or use in damp locations.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The operation of any drill press can result in debris
being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any
power tool can throw debris during operations, which
could cause severe and permanent eye damage.
Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses.
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSI
standard Z87.1) when operating power tools. Safety
Goggles are available at Sears Retail Stores.
Basic precautions should always be followed when
using your drill press. To reduce the risk of injury, ebc-
trical shock or fire, comply with the safety rules listed
below:
1. READ and understand the instruction manual
before operating the drill press.
2, AVOID AWKWARD OPERATIONS AND HAND
POSITIONS. A sudden slip could cause a serious
injury.
3. CHECK all drill bits, cutting tools, sanding drums, or
other accessories for damage before installing in
the drill press chuck. Damaged items can cause
damage to the drill press and or serious injury.
4. Before leaving the drill press, LOCK or REMOVE
the ON/OFF switch/key to prevent unauthorized
use,
5, DO NOT install or use any drill bit that exceeds
7-inches in length or that extends 6-inches below
the chuck jaws. The drill bit can suddenly bend or
break.
6. DO NOT try to drill a workpiece that is too small to
be securely held to the table or in a vise.
7. DO NOT operate this drill press until it is assembled
and installed according to the instruction manual.
8. DO NOT leave the drill press plugged into the ebc-
trical outlet. Unplug the drill press from the outlet
when not in use and before servicing, changing bits
and cleaning.
9. DO NOT USE router bits, shaper cutters, circle (fly)
cutters, rotary planers or wire wheels in this drill
press.
10. FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including
the National Electric Code (NEC) and the
Occupational Safety and Health Regulations
(OSHA). All electrical connections and wiring should
be made by qualified personnel only.
11, LET THE CHUCK REACH FULL SPEED before
starting drill operations,
12, MAKE SURE there are no foreign objects, nails,
stones in the workpiece.
13, NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY OR
SETUP WORK on the tabb/work area when the
drill press is running,
14, NEVER START THE DRILL PRESS BEFORE
CLEANING THE TABLE OF ALL OBJECTS (tools,
scrap pieces, etc.). Debris can be thrown at high
speed.
15. NEVER START THE DRILL PRESS with the drill
bit, cutting tool, or sanding drum against the work-
piece. Loss of control of the workpiece can cause
serious injury,
16, OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR,
instructor, or another qualified person if you are not
familiar with the operation of this drill press,
17, PROPERLY SUPPORT long or wide workpiece and
clamp to the table,
18, PROPERLY SECURE the drill bit, cutting tool, or
sanding drum in the chuck before operating the drill
press,
19, REPLACE a damaged cord immediately, DO NOT
use a damaged cord or plug, if the drill press is not
operating properly, or has been damaged, left out-
doors or has been in contact with water, return it to
a Sears Service Center,
20, SECURE the drill press to the floor or work bench,
Vibration can cause the drill press to slide, walk or
tip over,