Additional Safety Instructions - DeWalt DW154 Instruction Manual

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extension cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
• DISCONNECT OR LOCK OFF TOOLS when not in use, before
servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters.
• REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from tool before turning it on.
• AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry tool with finger
on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
• EXTENSION CORDS. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have
3-prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug. Replace or repair damaged cords. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord,
be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating. The following table
shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage.
The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
• OUTDOOR USE EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used
outdoors, use only extension cords intended for use outdoors and
so marked.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
120V 0-25
240V 0-50
Ampere Rating
More Not more
Than Than
0 - 6 18
6 - 10 18
10 - 12 16
12 - 16 14
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Total Length of Cord in Feet
26-50 51-100 101-150
51-100 101-200 201-300
American Wire Gage (AWG)
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
12 Not Recommended
• STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do
not operate tool when you are tired.
• CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction
manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorized service
center. Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
CAUTION: When drilling into walls, floors or wherever "live"
electrical wires may be encountered, DO NOT TOUCH ANY
METAL PARTS OF THE TOOL! Hold the tool only by the insulated
grasping surfaces to prevent electric shock if you drill or drive into
a live wire.

Additional Safety Instructions

• Always be sure that the drill press is plugged into the correct
voltage system. Place cord so that it cannot be pulled from the
receptacle accidentally. Check for correct line fuse.
• Before operating unit, make sure it is grounded correctly in
accordance with instructions under "Grounding."
• Always use safety chain when working on vertical or overhead
beams since electrical supply may fail or unit may accidentally be
disconnected. Connect safety chain immediately after magnet unit
is set in place.
• Always use the correct gage extension wire (see Extension Wire
Table).
• Use a back-up plate when magnet is mounted on thin material,
the total thickness should be 1/2"(13mm) or more. See instructions
under "Operation."
• Care should be taken to place the base on a flat surface. Do not
set magnet on objects such as bolt heads, screws, rivets, or steel
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