Chicago Electric 67119 Owners Manual & Safety Manual page 4

5. Maintain power tools. check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool's operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Router and Trimmer Safety Warnings
1. Hold power tool by insulated gripping
because the cutter because the cutter may contact because the cutter may contact
Cutting a "live" wire may may make exposed metal may
of the power tool "live" and shock the operator.
2. Use clamps or another practical way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body
leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control.
3. Use only accessories rated at least equal
to maximum speed marked on Router.
4. Only use router bits with a shank diameter equal to
the size of the tool's collet. The collet size is 1/4".
5. Make sure the collet nut is securely tightened before
use to prevent the router bit from slipping during use.
6. Do not use with base removed.
7. Hold router with both hands.
8. Keep hands away from the cutting area. Do
not place hands beneath the workpiece for
any reason. Keep the base of the router in firm
contact with the workpiece while cutting.
9. Keep Handles dry, clean, and free of oil or grease.
This will permit better control of the tool.
10. Do not use damaged bits.
11. Do not lay the Router down until it has
stopped rotating completely.
12. Hold the Router firmly when starting, as
startup rotation creates significant torque.
13. Hold the Router firmly while cutting. The
action of the bit against the workpiece can
cause it to "kick out", jumping rapidly away
from the workpiece. This can be caused
by an improper type of bit, or a dull bit.
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surfaces,
its own cord.
make exposed metal parts
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
14. Do not handle the Router bit immediately
after cutting. It may be very hot,
potentially causing burns or injury.
15. Avoid overloading the tool. If the speed
drops abnormally, decrease the pressure on
the bit immediately. Do not apply excessive
pressure to the router while cutting.
16. Always use sharpened bits. If the bit stops
abruptly, or the bit becomes blocked, remove
the Router from the workpiece and shut it off.
17. Do not start the Router while the bit is in
contact with the workpiece. Allow the tool
to reach its normal operating speed before
applying the bit to the workpiece.
18. Use caution when setting the Locking Trigger
Switch. Be aware that the router will continue to
operate while the locking mechanism is engaged.
Do not lay the router down or hand it to another
person while the locking mechanism is engaged.
19. Before Routing, run the tool for about 10 seconds
to ensure that all moving parts are running
smoothly and there are no loose parts, rattles,
or sparking that would indicate damage.
20. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
21. Avoid unintentional starting.
Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.
22. Do not lay the tool down until it has come to
a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the
surface and pull the tool out of your control.
23. When using a handheld power tool,
maintain a firm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
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