Important Safety Information - Klutch 49416 Owner's Manual

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The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
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DO NOT allow persons to assemble or operate this product until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how the product works.
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Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. It will
do the job better and more safely at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use this
equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
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Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
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Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
- lead from lead-based paints,
- crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
- arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
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Handling the power cord on corded products may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
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Inspect the work area before each use. Keep the work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury.
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Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool can create sparks, which may ignite the flammable
liquids, gases, or dust.
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Do not allow the tool to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated and
contact will cause electrical shock.
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Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the tool.
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Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.

Important Safety Information

WORK AREA SAFETY
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