Laser Information; Work Area Safety - DeWalt DW089-XE Instruction Manual

• Position the laser securely on a level surface. Damage to the laser or serious
injury could result if the laser falls.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
WARNING! DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE LASER. There are no user serviceable
parts inside. Disassembling the laser will void all warranties on the product. Do not
modify the product in any way. Modifying the tool may result in hazardous laser
radiation exposure.
WARNING: Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and
wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth,
eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ................................... volts
mW ............................... milliwatts
.................... laser warning symbol
nm ................................. wavelength in nanometers
II .................................... Class 2 Laser
IIIa ................................. Class 3a Laser
WARNING LABELS (FIG. 1)
For your convenience and safety, the following labels are on your laser.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ
INSTRUCTION MANUAL. USE AA SIZE BATTERIES.
WARNING: LASER RADIATION. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. CLASS 2
LASER PRODUCT.
AVOID EXPOSURE. LASER RADIATION IS EMITTED FROM THESE APERTURES.
FIG. 1

LASER INFORMATION

The DW089-XE 3 Beam Line Laser is a Class 2 laser product and complies with
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to laser notice No. 50,
dated June 24, 2007.
INTRODUCTION
The DW089-XE laser is a self-leveling laser tool that can be used for horizontal (level)
and vertical (plumb) alignment projects.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
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