Important Safety Instructions - Porter-Cable Pocket Cutter 550 Instruction Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety
always befollowedto reduce the risk of
including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL
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‑
we have advised
Cable and you.
POLARIZED To
PLUGS: reduce the risk
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 the proper
_Outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
1.
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 t o o l i n presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
3. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent bod y 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. STOREIDLE TOOLS. When notin use, tools should be stored in dry, and
high or locked-up p l a c e ‐ out of reach of children.
6. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
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 ‐ for example ‐ do
not use a circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
8. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose
clothing, draw strings and jewelry can be caught in moving parts.
gloves and non-skid footwear are
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
9. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear
ing
» 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.
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INSTRUCTIONS
precautions should
fire, electric
shock and personal i njury,
INSTRUCTIONS.
Product Manager
Porter-Cable Corporation
4825 Highway 45 North
P.O. Box 2468
TN 38302-2468
Jackson,
of
electric shock, this equipment has
clothing
or jewelry. Loose
Rubber
recommended when working outdoors.
safety glasses or goggles while operat‑
10. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Have damaged
power cord and strain reliever replaced immediately. DO NOT
or
worm
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR POWERCORD.
11.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps
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 better
and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect
tool cords periodically and
authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Have all worn, broken or lost parts replaced immediately. Keep
handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS when not in use, before servicing,
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc. ‑
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are
before turning it on.
16. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Do not carry a plugged-in tool
with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
and clothing clear of blades, bits, cutters, etc., when plugging in the tool.
17. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors,
use only extension cords marked "Suitable for use with
store indoors when not in use."
18. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use
operate tool when you are tired or while under
alcohol or drugs.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
other conditions that may affect its operation. A
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Have
defective switches replaced by authorized service center. Do not use tool if
switch it on and
does not turn off.
WEAR EAR PROTECTIONto safeguard against possible hearing loss.
20.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR POCKET CUTTER®
1. KEEP GUARDIN PLACE AND IN
before each use. Do not use if guard does not close briskly
2. ALWAYS DISCONNECT MACHINE from power source before making
adjustments or changing bits.
3. ENGAGE TRANSPORT LOCK in UP position before making adjust‑
ments or changing bits (See page 6).
4. ALWAYS BE SURE collet nutis securely tightenedto
slipping during use.
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carry tool by or yank it to disconnect
cord
vise to hold work. It's safer than using
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if
damaged, have repaired
and when
removed from the tool
Keep
hands, body
outdoor
appliances ‑
common sense. Do not
the
influence
of medication,
tool,
guard
a
determine
that it will
alignment
that Is
guard or other part
service
WORKING ORDER. Check operation
over
cutter bit.
prevent
the bit from
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by
or
of
any