Sears 113.29461 Owner's Manual page 2

general safety rules for power tools
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn its appli-
cation and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
If tool is equipped with three-prong plug, it should be
plugged into a three-hole grounded receptacle. If
adapter is used to accommodate two-prong receptacle,
the adapter wire must be attached to a known ground.
Never remove third prong.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
and in working order.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS
AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benche.s invite accidents.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF
-- with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was designed.
USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not
designed for.
10.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Rubber-soled footwear is recommended for best
footing.
12. USE SAFETY GLASSES
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's
safer than using your hand, 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 and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changing accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging
in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended acces-
sories. The use of improper accessories may cause
hazards.
19. NEVER STANDON TOOL
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the
cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to assure
that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function -- check for alignment of moving 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.
WEAR YOUR
Copyright 1969 I_y Power Tool Institute, in(:, All lightz reserved.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign
objects
being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields before
commencing power tool operation. We recommend Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over spectacles, or standard safety
glasses.., available at Sears retail or catalog stores.
THIS SAFETY SEAL OF THE
POWER TOOL INSTITUTE ASSURES YOU...
1, That the manufacturer's power tools, including the particular tool
associated with the Seal, are produced in accordance with applicable
Standards For Safety of Underwriters' Laboratories and American
Notional Standards (ANSI).
2. That compliance with applicable safety standard| is assured by in-
dependent inspection and testing conducted by Underwriters' Labora-
tories
(UL),
3 That every motorized tool is inspected under power.
4. That every tool has with it adequate instructions and a llst of safety
rules for the protection of the uter.
5. That the tool manufacturer is a member of the Power Tool Institute and
_s a sponsor of the Instltute's Consumer Safety Education Program.