COMPANION 172.21399 Operator's Manual page 8

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY cont.
5. ALWAYS 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. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
DO NOT force the tool; it will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was designed.
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ALWAYS use the right tool for the job. DO NOT force the tool or attachment to do a job it
was not designed for. Use it only the way it was intended.
Before using this tool, ALWAYS check for damaged parts, including guards for prop operation
and performance. Also ALWAYS check the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, tool stability, mounting and any other condition that may affect the tool's
operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced at a Sears Service Center before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
I Z_WARNING: Use of accessories that are not recommended for use with this tool may create a hazardous condition.
9. Only use accessories that are recommended for this tool. Using. improper
accessories may cause the risk of serious injury. See accessones section of this manual
for proper accessories.
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ADDmONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BAND SAWS
i Z_WARN"NG: DO NOT °perate y°ur band saw until it is c°mpletely assembled and installed laccording to the instructions.
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Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations,
as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will help reduce
the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.
ALWAYS firmly clamp or bolt your tool to a workbench or worktable at approximately hip height.
ALWAYS be sure that all adjustments are secure BEFORE operating tool.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GOGGLES WHEN OPERATING YOUR BAND SAW. KEEP FINGERS
AWAY FROM THE BLADE.
To avoid injury from unexpected movement, MAKE SURE your band saw is on a firm, level
surface and properly secured to prevent rocking or shifting. MAKE SURE there is adequate
space for handling your workpiece without obstruction. Bolt the band saw to the support surface
to prevent slipping, moving or sliding during operation. Turn the band saw OFF and unplug the
power cord BEFORE moving the band saw.
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