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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR POWER TOOLS
1, KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand
the owner's manual and
labels affixed to the tool Learn its 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 grounding type plug to fit the
proper grounding type receptacle. The green con-
ductor in the cord is the grounding w_re. Never
connect the green w_reto a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
In working order, and in proper adjustment and
alignment.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form a 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.
Z87.1) at al! times. Everyday eyeglasses are not
safety glasses. They only have impact resistant
lenses Also. use face or dust mask if cutting oper-
atior is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)
during extended oeriods of operation.
13. SECURE WORK
Use c_arnps or a vise [o hold work when practical.
It frees both hands to operate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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 accessories such
as blaoes bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before olug-
glng _n
18. USE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES
15.
6, AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Consult the owner's manual for recommended ac-
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or
cessor es Fo ow the
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted,
the accessories. The instructions that accompany
use of improper accessories
Provide adequate surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kep_ a safe distance from
work area
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
With padlocks, master switches, by removing star-
ter keys. or storing tools where children can't get
them.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tools or attachment to do a job it was
not designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
19.
20.
may cause hazard s,
NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
Do not
store materials above or near the tool such that _t
is necessary to stand on the tool or _ts stand to
reach them
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool. a guard or other part
that =s damaged should be carefully checked to
ensure that it will operate properly and perform its
=ntended functJon Check for alignment of moving
parts, b_nding or moving parts, breakage of parts.
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
Do not wear loose cothing goves
necktes, or
should be proper_y repaired or replaced.
jewelry (rings wristwatchesito get c_Lught n mov-
21. DIRECTION OF FEED
ing p_trts. NONSLIP f0otwear
S re ;ornmended
Feed work nto a b ade or cutter aga nst the d rec-
Wear protective ha r cover ng to conla n ong hair.
t on of rotation of the bade or cutter on y
Roll t(_ngsleeves above the elbow.
22 NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
12. USESAFETYGOGGLES(HEADPR
:)TECTION)
Turn power off Dont eave too unt
t comes to a
Wear safety goggles
(must _om'rp
wth ANSi
compete
stop.
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