Important Safety Instructions; Read And Follow All Instructions - Porter-Cable 697 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal
i n j u r y , i n c l u d i n g t h e f o l l o w i n g :

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Porter-Cable
strongly recommends that this tool NOT be modified and/or used for any
application other than for which it was designed. If you have any questions
relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have written Porter-
Cable and we have advised you.
1 . KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2 . AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don t expose power tools to
rain. Don t use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep area well lit. Avoid
chemical or corrosive environment. Do not use tool in presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
3 . GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with
grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator
enclosures.
4 . KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension
cord. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
5 . STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry,
and high or locked-up place
6 . DON T FORCE TOOL. I t w i l l d o t h e j o b b e t t e r a n d s a f e r a t t h e r a t e f o r
which it was intended.
7 . USE RIGHT TOOL. Don t force small tool or attachment to do the job of
a heavy duty tool. Don t use tool for purpose not intended
not use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
8 . DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Loose
clothing, draw strings and jewelry can be caught in moving parts. Rubber
gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9 . USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses or goggles while
operating power tools. Also face or dust mask if operation creates dust. All
persons in the area where power tools are being operated should also wear
safety glasses and face or dust mask.
1 0 . DON T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Have damaged
or worn power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWER CORD.
1 1 . MAKE WORKSHOP KIDPROOF. Use padlocks, master switches, or by
removing starter keys.
1 2 . SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
out of reach of children.
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Technical Service Manager
Porter-Cable Corporation
4825 Highway 45 North
P. O. Box 2468
Jackson, TN 38302-2468
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