Safety Instructions - Craftsman 320.16491 Operator's Manual

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
A_, WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions in this Operator's Manual may result in electric shock, fire, and/or
serious personal injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Do not modify the stand or use it for any application other than
that for which it was designed.
= Know your stand. Do not attempt to assemble or operate your miter saw
stand until you have read the safety instructions in this section.
• Only use your miter saw stand on a hard, dry and fiat surface.
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
= Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
* Do not load the miter saw stand with more than 330 Ibs.
= Store properly. Do not store the miter saw stand outdoors or in a
damp location.
= Do not stand or climb on miter saw stand. It could tip over, causing
serious injury.
* Do not permit children to use the stand unsupervised. It is not a toy.
= Be sure that all locking pins are in the set-up position holes before
using your miter saw and miter saw stand.
= Take care when moving the stand, especially when a miter saw
is mounted.
= Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts. Always wear non-slip footwear. Tie back
long hair. Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
* Always firmly attach the miter saw used with this stand. Do not attempt
to use your miter saw stand until the miter saw is fastened firmly.
e Be aware of overbalancing. When a large piece is cut from one end of a
workpiece, the remaining piece may be heavy enough to cause the miter
saw stand to tip over. Always ensure that the workpiece is well supported.
= Always keep all guards in place. Be sure that all power tool guards are in
good working order and are in proper adjustment and alignment.
= Always keep your hands away from the cutting area.
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