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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SAFETY RULES FOR POWER TOOLS
1.
KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL—Read owner's manual carefully. Learn its appli¬
cations and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to
this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS — UNLESS DOUBLE-INSULATED. If tool is equipped
with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical recep¬
tacle. If adapter is used to accommodate two-prong receptacle, the adapter
wire must be attached to a known ground. Never remove third prong.
3.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
4.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
5. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't
use power tool in damp or wet locations. And keep work area well lit.
6.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work
area.
7. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, high or
locked-up place — out of reach of children.
8.
DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which
it was designed.
9.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy duty tool.
10. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught in moving
parts. Rubber gloves and footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
11.
USE SAFETY GLASSES with most tools. Also face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
12.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil and sharp edges.
13. 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.
14.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for
best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
16.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing; when changing
accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry plugged-in tool with finger on
switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
19. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS — When tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords suitable for use outdoors and so marked.
20.
DO NOT OPERATE portable electric tools in gaseous or explosive atmos¬
pheres. Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks might ignite
fumes.
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