Safety Rules; Metal Vise Jaw Covers - Black & Decker Workmate 79-020 Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES

1. Do not load the WORKMATE® with more than 350 pounds
when top surface is horizontal. Do not exceed 40 pounds
when surface is tilted.
2. Do not apply an unbalanced load which could cause the
WORKMATE® to tip.
3. D o not use the WORKMATE® as a stepladder or standing
platform.
4. Avoid applying excessive force when clamping vise jaws.
5. Be sure WORKMATE® is securely clamped to work surface.
Keep Wing Screws tight, except when adjusting tilt angle.
6. Do not store the WORKMATE® outdoors or in damp areas.
7. When using the WORKMATE® with the top tilted, be sure
that Wing Screws are tightened securely in one of the three
available detented positions. (See Figure 17).
8. WHEN USING THE WORKMATE ® WITH POWER TOOLS:
a) Use only the methods described in this manual for mount-
ing power tools. Never mount power tools directly in the
vise jaws; pressure may damage tool.
b) Wear safety glasses or other eye protection when using
power tools.
c) Follow safety rules in the power tool's owners manual.
9. Never hold an open flame or hot object near the top, base, or
other plastic parts of the WORKMATE®. High temperatures
can damage these materials. Also when performing opera-
tions such a s soldering, remember that heat c a n travel
rapidly through the metal to the WORKMATE®. The use of
the included Metal Vise Jaw Covers i s recommended for
such operations.

METAL VISE JAW COVERS:

The r e m o v e a b l e M e t a l V i s e J a w
Covers i n s t a l l e d o n y o u r W o r k
Center at t h e factory are for the pro-
tection o f y o u r v i s e j a w s w h e n
c l a m p i n g o b j e c t s w h i c h m a y
damage them. To remove these pro-
tective covers, p l a c e a screwdriver
against t h e r e a r e d g e a s s h o w n i n
figure 3A a n d tap w i t h a hammer as
shown. The covers fit t i g h t l y. so you
may have t o strike them q u i t e hard.
They can be replaced any t i m e they
may be needed.
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