Work Area; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Craftsman 315.115080 Operator's Manual

WARNING:Read andunderstand a H
instructions. Failure tofollowaHinstructions
Hsted bebw,mayresuUt in eUectric shock, f ire
and/orserious personaU injury.
WORKAREA
[] Keepyourworkareacleanandwet1 tit. CUuttered
benches a nddarkareasinvite accidents.
[] Donot operatepowertools in explosiveatmo-
spheres,suchas in the presence of flammable
liquids,gases,or dust.Power t ooBmaycreate
sparks whichmayignite thedustorfumes.
[] Keepbystanders, c hildren,andvisitors away
whileoperatinga powertool. Distractions can
causeyoutolosecontrol.
ELECTRICALSAFETY
[] Doubte insulatedtoolsare
equipped with a
poJadzed plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug will fit in a poJarized outlet onty
one way. if the ptug does not fit fully in the
outJet, reverse the pJug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install a polar-
ized outtet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Double insulation _'_ eliminates the need for the
three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
[] Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
[] Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condio
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
[] Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tooJs or pull the ptug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oH, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
[] When operating a power tooJ outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked "W-A" or "W'. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
[] Stay abrt, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool
Do not use tooJ while tired or under the influo
ence of drugs, alcohoJ, or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
[] Dress properly. Do not wear Joose clothing or
jeweJry. Contain Jong hair. Keep your hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
[] Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off
before pJugging in. Carrying tools with your finger
on the switch or plugging in tools that have the
switch on, invites accidents.
[] Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before
turning the tooJ on. A wrench or a key that is left
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
[] Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
baJance at aH times. Proper footing and balance
enabbs better control of the tool in unexpected
situations. Do not use on a ladder or unstabb
supporL
[] Use safety equipment. AJways wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
[] Use clamps or other practicaJ way to secure
and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body is
unstabb and may lead to loss of control.
[] Do not force toot. Use the correct toot for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
[] Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlbd with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
[] Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accesso-
ries, or storing the tool Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
[] Store idle tooJs out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
[] Maintain tooJs with care. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
[] Check for misaJignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condio
tion that may affect the tooFs operation, if
damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools.
[] Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories
that may be suitable for one tool, may become
hazardous when used on another tool.