Electrical Safety - Craftsman 320.21228 Operator's Manual

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY
_, WARNING: Be sure to read, understand, and follow all safety rules and
operating instructions in this manual before using this tool. Failure to do so may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
• Always use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your
body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• De not force the power tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct
tool will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it is designed.
• De not use the tool if switch does not turn it "ON" or "OFF." Any tool that
cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
• Never leave the tool running. Always turn it off. Do not leave the tool until it
comes to a complete stop.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools 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 misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended for the tool being used.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
• Never cut metals or masonry products with this tool. This miter saw is
designed for use only on wood and wood-like products.
• Keep blade guards in place and in good working order.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
_, WARNING: Do not permit fingers to
touch the terminal or plug when installing
or removing the plug from an outlet.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
double insulated tools are equipped
with 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
_Groun_ding pil _c_
t_ Cover of Grounded
C. Outlet Box
Grounding Means
qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
21228 Manual Revised 08-0307 Page 6