GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructions
WARNING. Read and understand all
instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed
below,may result in electric shock,fire and/or
serious personal injury.
Save these instructions.
1) Keep guards in place and in working order.
2) Remove adjusting keys and wrenches.Form
habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool
before turning it on.
3) Keep work area clean.Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
4) Don't use in dangerous environments.Don't
use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted.
5) Keep children away. All visitors should be
kept safe distance from work area.
6)Make the workshop child-proof with
padlocks, master switches,or by removing
starter keys.
7) Don't force the tool. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8) Use the right tool.Don't force tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
9) Use the proper extension cord. 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 table on page
37 of this manual shows the correct size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate
ampere rating. If in doubt,use the next heavier
gauge.The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
10) Wear proper apparel.Do not wear loose
clothing,gloves,neckties, rings,bracelets,
or other jewelry which may get caught in
moving parts. Non-slip footwear is
recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
11) Always use safety glasses.Also use face or
dustmask if cutting operating is dusty.Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses: they are NOT safety glasses.
12) Secure workpiece. Use clamps or a vise to
hold workpiece when practical. It's safer than
using your hand and it frees both hands to
operate the tool.
13) Don't overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
14) Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp
and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
15) Disconnect tools before servicing;when
changing accessories, such as blades,bits,
cutters, and the like.
16) Reduce the risk of unintentional starting.
Make sure switch is in"off" position before
plugging in.
17) Use recommended accessories.Consult the
owner's manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury to persons.
18) Never stand on tool.Serious injury could
occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.
19) Check damaged parts.Before further use of
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