Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 315.215700 Owner's Manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)
footwear Is recommended. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
• ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH
SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only
impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety
glasses.
• PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask.
• PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing
protection during extended periods of operation.
• SECURE THE WORK. Support work securely on
the table and hold with both hands.
• DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
• MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
maintained and clean for the best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for cleaning,
lubdcating, and changing accessories.
• AFTER TURNING OFF POWER SWITCH,
DISCONNECT TOOL and wait for spindle to stop
before servicing. Sander must be disconnected
from the power when not in use or when changing
accessories, sanding sleeves, rubber spindles, or
other items listed in this Owner's Manual.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ACCIDENTAL
STARTING, make sure the switch is in the OFF
position before plugging in the tool.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Refer to
this owner's manual for recommended accesso-
ries. Using improper accessories may result in a
risk of personal injury.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if sanding sleeve is
unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before the tool is
used again, 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 pads,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
,affect operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center.
BE AWARE OF THE CORRECT DIRECTION OF
FEED. Feed workpiece into sanding sleeve
against the direction of rotation of the sanding
sleeve only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED. TURN OFF THE POWER. Do not leave
tool until it comes to a complete stop.
• DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat,
oil, and sharp edges.
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 cause a drop in line voltage resulting in
loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size
(A.W.G.) of at least 16 is recommended for an
extension cord 100 feet or less in length. A cord
exceeding 100 feet is not recommended. If Jn
doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the
gage number, the heavier the cord.
USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When
tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
intended for use outdoors and so marked. Out-
door approved cords are marked with the suffix
W-A, for example -- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
POLARIZED PLUGS. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM SANDING AREA.
Keep hands away from sanding sleeve. Do not
reach underneath work or around sanding sleeve
while spindle is rotating.
NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor
could ignite fumes,
KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM
OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth
when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any solvents to
clean tool,
STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL.
Watch what you are doing and use common
sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do
not rush.
• DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT
TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches
replaced by an authorized service center.
• ALWAYS TURN OFF SANDER before discon-
necting it to avoid accidental starting.
• NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER
FOR WET SANDING. Failure to comply can
result in electrical shock causing serious injury or
worse.
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