IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
18. ENSURE THE EXTENSION CORD YOU USE IS OF SUFFICIENT GAUGE FOR ITS LENGTH.
RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS
Amps from
25' long
Tool Nameplate
0 - 5 amps
16 ga.
5.1 - 8 amps
16 ga.
8.1 - 12 amps
14 ga.
12.1 - 15 amps
12 ga.
15.1 - 20 amps
10 ga.
19. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across machines
which are running.
20. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and safe performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
21. DISCONNNECT THE TOOL FROM POWER when not in use, before servicing,making any adjustments, or
changing accessories. Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if the tool accidentally starts.
22. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry tool with a finger on or near the trigger. Be sure the On/Off
switch is in the Off position when plugging the tool into the power supply.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Don't operate any tool when you are tired.
24. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. Store equipment in a dry area to inhibit rust. Equipment also should be in a high
location or locked up to keep out of reach of children.
25. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold the work if possible. It's safer than using your hands and it frees
both hands to operate the tool.
26. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make it a habit to check that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from any rotating tool before using.
27. MODIFYING A POWER TOOL in any way or using any attachment other than those recommended in this
manual could result in damage to the tool and injury to the operator.
28. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using this tool, any part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for mis-alignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and mountings and for other conditions that may affect tool operation. Check
bits to make sure they are sharp and not chipped. Inspect screws and tighten any that are loose. Any part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated
elsewhere in the instruction manual. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Don't
use the tool if switch does not turn on and off properly.
29. REPLACEMENT PARTS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
50' long
75' long
100' long
16 ga.
16 ga.
14 ga.
16 ga.
14 ga.
12 ga.
14 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
10 ga.
10 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not Use
150' long
200' long
12 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
Do Not Use
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