Important Safety Instructions - DeWalt DW682 Instruction Manual

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: When using Electric Tools, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and personal
injury, including the following
• Read all Instructions
• KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries
• CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't expose power tools
to rain. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area
well lit.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with
grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator
enclosures.
• KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
• STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry,
and high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
• DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.
• 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,
don't use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be
caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
• USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dustmask if cutting operation
is dusty.
• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
• DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better
and safe performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have
repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension cords
periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free
from oil and grease.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tool with
finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors,
use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate tool when you are tired.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or
other part that is damaged 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 defective should be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this
instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized
service center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
• DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools near flammable liquids or in
gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools normally spark,
and the sparks might ignite fumes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE
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