Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 315.175010 Owner's Manual

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1, KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL - Read owner's
manualcarefully,Learn its applications and limi-
tations as well as the specificpotential hazards
related to thistool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH
GROUNDED SURFACES. For example: Pipes,
radiators,ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benchesinvite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep workarea well lit
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. A{I
visitorsshouldwear safetyglassesand be kepta
safe distancefrom workarea. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extensioncord.
6. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
shouldbe storedin a dry, highor locked-upplace
- outof the reach of children.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL It wiltdothejobbetterand
safer at the rate for whichit was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - Don'tuse a circularsaw forcuttingtree
limbs or logs.
9. DRESS PROPERLY. Do notwear looseclothing
or jewelry. They can be caught in movingparts.
Rubbergloves andnon-skidfootwearare recom-
mended when workingoutdoors. A lso, wear pro-
tactive hair coveringto containlonghairandkeep
it from being drawn intoair vents.
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH
SIDE SHIELDS. Everydayeyeglasseshaveonly
impact resJstsntlenses; they are NOT safety
glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust
mask if operationis dusty.
12. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearingpro-
taction during extendedpedods of operation.
13. DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees
both hands to operate tool.
15, DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories.
17. DISCONNECTTOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, blades,
bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be discon-
nected.
18, REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
19. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Don't carry
plugged-in tool with finger on switch. Be sure
switch is off when plugging in.
20. MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN
GOOD CONDITION. When using an extension
cord, be su re to use one heavy enough to carry the
currentyour product willdraw. 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
1GO feet is not recommended. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,
the heavier the cord.
21. OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When
tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords
intended for use outdoors. Outdoor approved
cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for example
- SJTW-A or SJOW-A.
22. KEEP BLADES CLEAN AND SHARP. Sharp
blades minimize stalling and kickback.
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