Power Tool Safety - Hitachi P 13F Instruction Manual And Safety Instructions

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Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your planer works.
TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DO NOT PLUG IN THE PLANER UNTIL THE
FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
1. READ and become familiar with this entire
Operator's Manual. LEARN the tool's applications,
limitations and possible hazards.
AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use
2.
power tools in wet or damp areas or expose them to
rain. Keep work areas well-lit.
3. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of
flammableliquids or gases.
4. ALWAYS keep your work area clean, uncluttered,
and well-lit. DO NOT wok on floor surfaces that are
slippery with sawdust or wax.
5. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE
FROM the work area, especially when the tool is
operating. NEVER allow children near the tool.
6. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it
was not designed.
7. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewellery (rings,
watches) when operating the tool. They can get
caught and draw you into moving parts. ALWAYS
wear non-slip footwear, and tie back long hair.
8. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Tool
operation produces dust.
9. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the
electrical source when making adjustments,
changing parts, cleaning or working on the tool.
10. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING
ORDER.
11. ADOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Make sure the
power switch is in the OFF position before plugging
in the power cord.
12. REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. ALWAYS MAKE
SURE all tools are removed from the planer before
turning it on.

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13. NEVER LEAVE TOOL ON WHILE UNATTENDED.
Turn the power switch to OFF. DO NOT leave the
tool until it has come to a complete stop.
14. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury
could result if the tool tips or is accidentally hit. DO
NOT store anything above or near the tool.
15. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Wear oil-resistant rubber-soled
footwear. Keep the floor clear of oil, scrap, and other
debris.
16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave the tool
before the blade comes to a complete stop.
17. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. ALWAYS
keep tools clean and in good working order.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Check moving
parts for alignment, jamming, breakage, improper
mounting, or any other condition that may affect the
tool's operation. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced before use.
19. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use
padlocks, master switches, and ALWAYS remove
starter keys.
20. DO NOT operate the tool if you are under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication that could
affect your ability to use the tool properly.
21. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL
REPLACEMENT PARTS.
WARNING
DUST GENERATED FROM CERTAIN MATERIALS
CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS
OPERATE THE PLANER IN A WELL-VENTILATED
AREA AND PROVIDE FOR PROPER DUST
REMOVAL. USE DUST COLLECTION SYSTEMS
WHENEVER POSSIBLE.