GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BENCH TOOLS
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on.
Keep the work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
Don't use in a dangerous environment. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit.
Keep children away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area.
Make workshop childproof with padlocks and master switches, or by removing starter
keys.
Don't force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Use the right tool. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
Always use safety glasses. Also use a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses.
Secure work. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your
hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Disconnect tools before servicing or when changing accessories, such as blades, bits,
cutters, and the like.
Reduce the risk of unintentional starting. Make sure switch is in the off position before
plugging in.
Use recommended accessories. Consult the owner's manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
Never stand on the tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine whether it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, brakeage of
parts, mountings, and any other condition that may affect tool's operation. A guard or other part
that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter only against the direction of rotation of the
blade or cutter.
Never leave a tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don't leave the tool until it comes to
a complete stop.
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