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Hold tool by Insulated
gripping
surfaces when performing
an operation
where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring or its cord. ContaCt with a "live" wire will make exposed
metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the
operator.
Additional
Rules for Safe Operation
•
Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn Its appllcafions end limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool. Followingthis rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock,fire, or sedous injury.
•
Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only Impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reducet_e risk
of serious personal injury.
•
Proteof your lungs.Wear a faoeor duaf mask If the
operation Is dusty. Followingthis rule will reducethe
risk of serious personal injury.
•
Protect your hearing. Wear hearieg protectio o dur-
ing extended periods of operation. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
•
Inspect tool cords periodically end, if damaged,
have repaired at your nearest Factory Service
Center or other Authorized Service Organiza-
tion. Constantly stay aware of cord location.
Followingthis rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock or fire.
•
Check damaged parts. Bofore further use of the
tool, a guard or other part thai Is damaged should
be carefully checked to daterrnlne that It will
operate properly and perform Its Intended func-
tion. Check for alignment of moving parts, I_nding
of moving pads, breakage of parts, mounting, end
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
senrlce center. Followingthis rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
•
Don't abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank it to disconnect It from the recep-
tacle. Keep cord away from heat, o11, a nd sharp
edges. Followingthis rule will reduce the risk of
electricshock or fire.
• Make sure your extension cord is In good condi-
tlon. When using an e=tenslon cord, be sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G,) of at
least 16 is recommended for an extension cord
100 feet or less In length. A cord e_caeding 100
feat Is not recommended. If In doubt, use the
next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,
the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause
a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
• Inspact for and remove all naifs from lumber belore
drilling. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
•
Drugs, alcohol, medlcafion. Do not operate tool
whife under the Influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medioetlon. Followingthis rule will reduce the risk of
electricshock,fire, or serious personal injury
•
Save these Inelruofions. Refer to them frequently
and use them to instruct others who may use this
tool. Ifyou loan someonethls tool, loan them these
Inafruoflons also.
&
WARNING:
Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
constructionactivities contains chemicals known
to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
lead from lead-based paints,
crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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