Safety Guidelines - Kreg KMS7200 Instruction Manual

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Safety Guidelines

Safety Guidelines
To avoid injury, never adjust the fence along the mounting rail or position of the HD Trak while the band saw
is running. Make sure the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the workpiece.
Ground all tools. If tool is equipped with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole electrical
receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be attached
to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.
Lock down all knobs. Form habit of checking to see that the lock down knob is fully tightened and the HD
Trak T-knobs are secure prior to starting the band saw.
Don't use in dangerous environment. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them
to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.
Keep children and visitors away. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
Make workshop CHILD PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
Don't force tool. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Use right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in
moving parts. Nonslip foot wear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Disconnect tools before servicing and when changing blades and installing accessories such as
this fence.
Use recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards.
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in power cord.
Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
accidentally contacted.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure 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.
Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while under the infl uence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.
Make sure tool is disconnected. from power supply while installing the Precision Band Saw Fence.