Kobalt K11RTA-03 Manual page 10

SAFETY INFORMATION
Table 1: Recommended size of extension cords
AMPERES RATING
0-6
6-10
10-12
12-16
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Always use safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
• 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 the tool.
• Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
• Disconnect tools before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters, and the like.
• Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in the off position before
plugging in.
• Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
• Never stand on the tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
• Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, blinding of moving part, brakeage of
parts, mountings, and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
• Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the
blade or cutter only.
• Never leave a tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
Grounding Instruction
• In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electrical
cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
• Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit into the outlet, have the proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
VOLTS TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET
25 ft.
18
120V~
18
16
14
50 ft.
AWG
16
16
16
12
10
100 ft. 150 ft.
16 14
14 12
14 12
NOT RECOMMENDED