Additional Safety Information - Eastwood 13475 Instructions Manual

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION

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READ INSTRUCTIONS
• Thoroughly read and understand these instructions before using this tool.
• Keep these product instructions for future reference.
• Never operate or store the Electric Metal Shears in damp or wet conditions.
• Plug into a minimum 15-amp circuit. If using an extension cord, it must
be AWG 16 or greater, no longer than 25'.
• If cutting into wall or other blind areas, first check for the presence of
electrical or other utility lines.
• Dust and fine particles are generated while cutting which can contain
hazardous or toxic substances. Breathing this dust can cause serious
respiratory health conditions. Always use NIOSH approved respiratory
protection while using this Electric Metal Shears.
• The Electric Metal Shears will eject metal particles at high velocity during
operation. Wear approved eye and skin protection at all times while operating.
• Cutting with this Electric Metal Shears can generate excessive noise.
Wear appropriate hearing protection while using.
• The Electric Metal Shears can quickly start up when handling while plugged
in to electrical supply causing serious personal injury. Always unplug the
tool from the electrical supply before changing Cutting Blades or performing
maintenance.
• Sharp metal edges can cut. Always wear protective work gloves while handling.
• Moving Blades can quickly cut flesh. Keep hands and fingers away from
moving cutting blades.
• The Electric Metal Shears can quickly and violently kick back or twist while
operating causing severe hand and or wrist injury. Do not apply excessive force
to the Electric Metal Shears while in use. Always make sure the workpiece or
material being cut is securely clamped or anchored to allow two handed opera-
tion of this Electric Metal Shears.
• Cutting Blades can break in use causing personal injury or property damage.
If excessive vibration is felt, discontinue use immediately and disconnect tool
from electrical supply. Inspect Blades for damage. Do not resume use until
resolution is found.
SHOCK HAZARD!
HEALTH HAZARD!
INJURY HAZARD!
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