Craftsman 315.114520 Operator's Manual page 4

Tool Use and Care
• Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workplace to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body Is unstable and
may [sadto loss of control.
• Do not fame tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correcttool will do the job Petterand
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• no not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
A tool that cannot be controfled with the switchis
dangerousand must be repaired.
• Dlsconnentbattery' p ack from tool or placethe switch
in the locked or off pnelion beforemakingany adjust-
merits, chenglng accessories,or ,_odug thetooL Such
preventive s,_etymeasures reduce _k of maz_r_thet_x_
accidentally.
• Store Idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools aredangerousinthe hands
of untrained users.
• When battery pack Is not In use, keep it away from
other metal objects like: pager clips, coins, keys,
nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can
make a connection from one terrnlnal to another.
Shafting the battery terminals together may cause
sparks, burns,or a fire.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properlymaintainedtools, with sharp
cuttingedges are less I[keiyto bind and are easier to
control.
• Check for mlulignment or binding of moving pads,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
_fect the tool's operation"If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poodymaintainedtools.
• Use only aecesserles that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat
may be suitablefor one tcol, may create a risk of injury
when used on anothertool.
Service
• Tool servile must he pedormnd only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or malntenanse performed
by unqualified personnel could result in a ask of injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury,
Hold tool by insulated gripping sudaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden
wiring. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool "live" and shock the operator,
Additional Rules For Safe
Operation
• Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn Its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to
this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, tim, or serious Injury.
• Make sure your mdension cord is in good condition,
When using an e0dension cord, he sum to use one
heavy enough to carry the cutrerd your product will
draw. 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 recom-
mended. If in doubt, nee the ne0d heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord. An
undersized cord will cause a drop In line voltage result-
ing in loss of power and overheating.
Important Rules for Battery Tools
• Battery tools do not have to be plugged Into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition" Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when chang-
Ing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal Injury.
• Do not place battery tools or their batteries near
fire or heat. This will reducethe risk of explosion and
possible Injury.
• Bettedesvent hydrogengas and can explode in the
presenceof a sourceof Ignition, such asa pilot light.
To reduce the risk of sedous personalinjury, never
use any cordless productIn the presence of open
flame. An exploded battery can propeldebris and
chemicals. If exposed, flushwith water Immediately.
• Do not charge battery tool In a damp or wet
location. Followingthis rulewill reduce the dsk of
electdc shock.
• For best rexuits, your battery tool should be
charged In a location where the temperature is
more than 50°F but less than IO0°F. Do not store
outside or In vohlclex.
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes In
contact with your skin, wash Immediately with
soap and water, then neutralize with lemon juice
or vinegar. If itquld gets into your eyes, flush them
with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek
Immediate medilal attention. Followingthis rule will
reduce the dsk of seriouspersona.I Injury.