General Safety Instructions; For Power Tools - Craftsman 113.234610 Owner's Manual

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN MITER SAW
If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Miter Saw fails due to a defect
in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SER-
VICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner's manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to this tool.
2. This tool is DOUBLE INSULATED to give you
added protection. Double insulation does not take
the place of normal safety precautions when
operating this tool. When servicing this double insu-
lated tool, use only identical parts.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
In working order, and in proper adjustment and
alignment.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjust-
ing wrenches are removed from tool before turning
=t on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighled.
Provide adequate surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
With padlocks, master switches, by removing star-
ter keys, or storing tools where children can't get
them
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed
10. USE RIGHTTOOL
Don't force tools or attachment to do a job it was
not designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or
jewelry (rings, wrist watches) to get caught in mov-
ing parts. NONSLIP footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair
Rol! long sleeves above the elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (HEAD PROTECTION)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI
Z87.1) at al! times. Everyday eyeglassess are not
safety glasses. They only have impact resistant
lenses. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting oper-
ation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)
during extended periods of operation.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical
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 and clean for best and safest
performance Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
Before servicing; when changing accessories such
as blades, bits. cutters, etc
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before p!ug-
ging in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended ac-
cessories Follow the instructions that accompany
the accessories. The use of improper accessones
may cause hazards.
19, NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND
Serious injury could occur if the toot is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do not
store materials above or near the tool such that it
_s necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to
reach them.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
ensure that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding or 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,
21. NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
Turn power off Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop