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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION(Continued)
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 too! or attachment to do the job of a heavy
duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - Don't use
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 toot by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oit and sharp edges.
!3. 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. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing
attachments, 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 plugged-in tools with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging 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 m SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
20. NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER FOR WET SANDING. Failure to
comply can result in electrical shock causing serious injury or worse.
21. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA.
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 a clean 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 when you 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 operation. 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 IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defect-
ive switches replaced by authorized service center.
29, Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before sanding.
30. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the infl-
uence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
31. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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