Power Tool Safety - Craftsman 21217 - 12 in. Miter Saw Operator's Manual

GENERAL SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
BEFORE USING THiS POWER TOOL
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use your power tool.
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To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury,
do not plug the tool in until you have read and
understood the following.
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READ and become familiar with the
entire Operator's Manual. LEARN the
tool's application, limitations and possible
hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
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REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning ON.
4. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
5. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
Do not use power tools in damp locations, or expose
them to rain or snow. Keep work area well lit.
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors and
bystanders should be kept a safe distance from
work area,
7. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF with padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
8. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
9. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or an
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
10. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS. Make sure
your extension cord is in good condition. When
using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy
enough to carry the current your product will draw.
An undersized cord will result in a drop in line
voltage and in loss of power which will cause the
tool to overheat. The table on page 5 shows the
correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
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12._ ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any
power tool can throw foreign objects into
the eyes and could cause permanent eye
damage. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI Safety standard
Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses. They ARE NOT safety glasses.
Safety Goggles are available at Sears. NOTE:
Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI
Z87.1 could seriously injure you when they break.
13. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK. Sawing
operation produces dust.
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SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to
hold work when practical. It is safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
DISCONNECT TOOLS FROM POWER SOURCE
before servicing, and when changing accessories
such as blades, bits and cutters.
16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING. Make sure switch is in the OFF position
before plugging the tool in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult
this Operator's Manual for recommended
accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury to yourself or others.
18. NEVER STAND ON THE TOOL. Serious injury
could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool
is unintentionally contacted.
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CHECK FOR 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 should be
properly repaired or replaced.
NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER "OFF". Do
not walk away from a running tool until the blade
comes to a complete stop and the tool is unplugged
from the power source,
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
22. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
23. WARNING: Dust generated from certain materials
can be hazardous to your health. Always operate
saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper
dust removal.