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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Keep guards in place and in working order.
2. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form habit of checking to see that keys and
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
3. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
4. Don't use in dangerous environment. Don't use power tools in damp or wet location,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit.
5. Keep children away. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
6. Make workshop childproof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys.
7. Don't force the tool. It will perform better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
8. Use right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
9. Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jew-
ellery which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. Always use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if grinding operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
11. Secure Work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
12. Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
14. Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing accessories such as grinding
wheels.
15. Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in OFF position before
plugging in.
16. Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
17. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the grinding
wheel is unintentionally contacted.
18. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be carefully checked to determine 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.
19. Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it has
come to a complete stop.
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