Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 315.277140 Owner's Manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
12. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
13. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protectionduringextended periodsof operation.
14. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnectfrom receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil and sharp edges.
15.__'SECUREWORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. Bothhands are needed to operate the tool.
16. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or unstable
support.
17. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructionsfor lubricatingand changing accessories.
18. DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing sanding disc, attachments,
blades, bits, cutters,etc., all°tools shouldbe disconnectedfrom power supply.
19. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are rem_ed from tool before turning it on.
20. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in toolswith finger on switch. Be sure switch is off
when pluggingin.
21. MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN GOOD CONDITION. When using an extensioncord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the currentyour productwilldraw. An undersized cordwill cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. 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 exceeding 100 feet is not recommend-
ed. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
22. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors,use only extension cords suitable for
use outdoors. Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffixW-A, for example - SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
23. NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER FOR WET SANDING OR LIQUID POLISHING. Failure to
comply can resultin electrical shock causing serious injuryor worse.
24. KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA.
25. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparkingof the motorcould ignite fumes.
26. INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired at your nearest Sears Repair
Center. Stay constantlyaware of cord location.
27. INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged.
28. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-basedproducts or any strong solvents to clean your
tool.
29. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use commonsense. Do not operate tool when you are tired.
Do not rush.
30. 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 moving parts, bindingof moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged shouldbe properlyrepaired or replaced
by an authorized service center unless indicatedelsewhere in this instructionmanual.
31. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switchesreplaced by
an authorized service center.
32. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before sanding.
33. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol,or any
medication._
34. When servicing use only identical Craftsman replacement parts.
35. POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of electric shock,this tool has 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 stilldoes not fit, contact a qualified electricianto installthe properoutlet. Do not change
the plug in any way.
36. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Review them frequently and use them to instructothers who may use this
tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructionsalso.
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