General Safety Rules - KNOVA KN 7053 Manual

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations
as well as specific potential hazards related to this tool.
• GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
• KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from tool before turning it on.
• KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas
and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools
or pieces of wood on the tool while it is in operation.
• DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations
or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
• KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance
from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or
extension cord while operating.
• MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
• DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool
or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting
in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size
(A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an extension
cord 50 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.
• DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties,
or jewelry that can get caught and draw you into moving
parts. Rubber gloves and nonslip footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant
lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
• SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when
practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees both
hands to operate the tool.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
• DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing,
or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters,
etc., all tools should be disconnected from power source.
• AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch
is off when plugging in any tool.
• USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
operator's manual for recommended accessories. The
use of improper accessories may result in injury.
• NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped.
• 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 damaged must
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center to avoid risk of personal injury.
• NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
• PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if
the cutting operation is dusty.
• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
• DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges.
• USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool
is used outdoors, use only extension cords with
approved ground connection that are intended for use
outdoors and so marked.
• WHEELS COASTS AFTER BEING TURNED OFF.
• NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT
ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an
authorized service center.
• INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged,
have repaired by a qualified service technician at an
authorized service facility. The conductor with insulation
having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If
repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is
necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding
conductor to a live terminal. Repair or replace a damaged
or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord
location and keep it well away from the rotating grinding
wheels.
• INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY
and replace if damaged.
• USE ONLY CORRECT WHEELS. DO NOT use wheels
with incorrect size holes. Never use wheel washers or
wheel bolts that are defective or incorrect. The maximum
wheel capacity of your grinder is 6 in.
• NEVER TOUCH WHEEL or other moving parts during use.
• NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING
COMPONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
• DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY
MEDICATION.
• WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
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