General Safety Instructions For Power Tools - Craftsman 113.24201 Owner's Manual

general safety instructions for power roars
1, KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn =_s
application and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
This tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor
cord and a 3-prong groundh=g type plug to fit the
proper grounding type receptacle. The green conductor
in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the
green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
and in working order.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS
AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it 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. Keep
work area well lit. Provide adequate surrounding work
space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES
Safety goggles must comply with ANS Z87.1-1968.
Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clar_Ds or a vise to hold work when practical. It's
safer than using your hand, 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 accessor=es such as
blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging
in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that accompany
the accessories. The use of improper accessories may
cause hazards.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious =n jury could occur if the tool istipped or if the
cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the iob better and safer at the rate for which
it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was not
designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
No loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry to get
caught in moving parts, Rubber-soled footwear is
recommended for best footing.
20.
Do not store materials above or near the tool such that
it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
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 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.
THIS SAFETY SEAL OF THE
POWER TOOL INSTITUTE ASSURES YOU ...
I, Th=r the manufacturer's power tools, including fhe parllcular tool
associated with the Seal. are produced in acc0rdanc_ with applicable
Standards For Safer 3, of Underwriters" Laboratorles and American
National Standards (ANSI_.
2 That compliance with appilcable safety standards is assured by in-
dependent inspection and testing conducted by Underwriters' L=bara-
taries _UL).
3. That every moiarlzed too{ is inspected under power.
4. That ever), tool has with it adequate instructions and a llzt of safety
rules fc_r the protection of the user.
5, That the tool manufacturer _s a member of the Power Tool Institute and
;s a sponsor of the Insfitute's Consumer Safety Education Program.