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General safety rules
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
2. Work Area
2.1 Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
2.2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-
pheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
2.3 Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
3. Electrical Safety
3.1 Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all codes and ordinances. Never remove the ground-
ing prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adaptor plugs. Check with a qualified electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is proper-
ly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunc-
tion or break down, grounding provides a low resis-
tance path to carry electricity away from the user.
3.2 Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
3.3 Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
3.4 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to car-
ry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
3.5 When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked «W-A» or «W». These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electric shock.
4. Personal Safety
4.1 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
4.2 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4.3 Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
4.4 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before
turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in per-
sonal injury.
4.5 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
4.6 Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safe-
ty shoes, hard hat or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
4.7 Exercise your fingers during pauses between work
to improve the blood circulation in your fingers.
5. Tool Use and Care
5.1 Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
5.2 Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
5.3 Do not use tool if the switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
5.4 Disconnect the plug from the power source be-
fore making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
5.5 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
5.6 Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cut-
ting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to con-
trol.
5.7 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
5.8 Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
1. WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
