General Safety Instructions; Work Area; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - DeWalt DW677 Instruction Manual

328494/DW677,etc. 12/28/00

General Safety Instructions

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WORK AREA

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or
break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry
electricity away from the user. Applicable only to Class I
(Grounded ) tools.
• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other. ) This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way. Double insulation
wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
Applicable only to Class II (Double Insulated) tools.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
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eliminates the need for the three
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk
of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or
pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked "W-A" or "W." These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 0-25 26-50
240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
Ampere Rating
More Not more AWG
ThanThan
0 - 6 18 16
6 - 10 18 16
10 - 12 16 16
12 - 16 14 12

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury,
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing , and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging
51-100 101-150
16 14
14 12
14 12
Not Recommended