DeWalt DW831 Instruction Manual page 2

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you to hazardous situations and your risk
of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

(Used without word) Indicates a safety related message.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
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Spindle
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Spindle lock button
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Unthreaded backing flange (DW831)
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Threaded locking flange (DW831)
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Side handle
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Guard
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Guard release lever
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On/Off switch
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Lock-off button
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Backing flange (DW840)
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Clamp nut (DW840)
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DW831
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DW840
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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
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