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WARNING: FAILURE TO HEED ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS REGARDING USE
OF THIS PRODUCT CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn its applica-
tion and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS (UNLESS
DOUBLE INSULATED)
If tool is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord
and a 3-prong grounding type plug, it should be plugged
into a three hole electrical receptacle. If adapter is used
to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter
wire must be attached to known ground, (usually the
screw securing receptacle cover plate). Never remove
third prong. Never connect green ground wire to a
terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
in working order, and in proper adjustment and
alignment.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS
AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjust-
ing 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.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Provide adequate surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID-PROOF
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with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
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 tool or attachment to do a job it was not
designed for.
11. WEAR RIGHT APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches) to get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair. Roll long sleeves
above the elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear Safety goggles (must comply with ANS Z871)
at all times. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)
during extended periods of operation.
13. SECURE WORK
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Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
It's safer than using your hand, frees both hands to
operate tool.
14. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keeps tools sharp and clean for best and safest per-
formance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changinq accessories such as
blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in OFF" position before plug-
ging in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended ac-
cessories. Follow the instructions that accompany
the accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause hazards.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
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 it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to en-
sure 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.
21. DIRECTION OF FEED
Feed work into a t,Iade or cuttor against the direction
of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED
Turn. power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
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