Klutch 101670 User manual

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Metal Cutting Band Saw
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item #101670

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Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin
using it.
This product is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool &
Equipment is not responsible for issues arising from modification or
improper use of this product such as an application for which it was not
designed. We strongly recommend that this product not be modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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Table of Contents
Intended Use..........................................................................................................................................4
Packaging Contents..............................................................................................................................4
Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................4
Important Safety Information...............................................................................................................4
Grounding..............................................................................................................................................6
Extension Cords....................................................................................................................................7
Main Parts of Product...........................................................................................................................8
Assembly Instructions..........................................................................................................................8
Before Each Use....................................................................................................................................9
Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................11
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................13
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................14
Parts Diagram......................................................................................................................................15
Parts List..............................................................................................................................................16
Replacement Parts..............................................................................................................................18
Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................19

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Intended Use
This Klutch® Benchtop Metal Cutting Band Saw is a compact yet powerful metal cutting band saw
that's easy to move right where you need it.
Packaging Contents
•Metal band saw (1)
•Foot (4)
•Work stop with lock
handle (1)
•Guide rail with hex nut (1)
•Manual (1)
Technical Specifications
Property
Specification
Motor
120V 60Hz 4.5A S6 40%
Saw blade size
1435x12.7x0.65mm
Saw blade teeth
8/12 teeth per inch
Cutting capacity at circular material
90°127x125mm, 45°80x100mm
Cutting angle adjustment
0-60°
Blade speed
125-260FPM (38-80 m/min)
Important Safety Information
⚠WARNING
•Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury
or property damage.
•The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
•Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
•Do not modify this product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the product
was designed.
•Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. It will
be a safer experience and do the job better at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use
this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
•Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.

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⚠WARNING
PROP 65
•This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California
to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
•Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
- lead from lead-based paints,
- crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
- arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
•Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
•Handling power cords on corded products may expose you to lead, a chemical known to the state
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after
handling.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
•Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
•Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the
flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
•Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated
and contact will cause electrical shock.
•Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the product.
•Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.
⚠WARNING
PERSONAL SAFETY
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use

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the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts. Air vents on the tool often cover moving parts and should be avoided.
•Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety
goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Use a dust mask in
dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems,
and hearing protection when appropriate. This applies to all persons in the work area.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
⚠CAUTION
PRODUCT USE AND CARE
•Do not force the product. Products are safer and do a better job when used in the manner for
which they are designed. Plan your work and use the correct product for the job.
•Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the product will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never operate the
product with a damaged part.
•Store the product when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your product.
Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used with
another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating speed or operating pressure than
the tool itself.
•Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the product without the guards in place.
Grounding
⚠WARNING
•This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. This
unit is equipped with an electrical cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed
and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
•DO NOT MODIFY THE PROVIDED PLUG. If it will not fit the receptacle, have the proper
receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

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CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand the
grounding instructions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.
Grounded Tools: Tools with 3-Prong Plugs
Tools marked with Grounding Required have a 3-wire cord and 3-prong grounding plug. The plug
must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the
risk of electric shock. (See Figure A.)
The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding
system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding
system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal.
Your tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration.
Double Insulated Tools: Tools with Two-Prong Plugs
Tools marked Double Insulated do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation
system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the applicable standards of
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code.
(See Figure B.)
Double insulated tools may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the following illustration.
Extension Cords
⚠WARNING
•USE A 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 cause
overheating.
•Be sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good condition. Always replace a damaged
extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified person before using it. Protect your extension
cords from sharp objects, excessive heat and damp or wet areas.
•Grounded tools require a 3-wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a 2- or 3-
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•As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.
Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in
loss of power and possible tool damage.
•The smaller the wire’s gauge number, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14-
gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16-gauge cord. Minimum extension cord wire size is
shown in the following table:
Minimum Wire Size Of Extension Cords
Nameplate AMPS
Cord Length
25'
50'
100'
150'
0-6
18 AWG
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
6-10
18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
10-12
16 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
12 AWG
12-16
14 AWG
12 AWG
NOT RECOMMENDED
•When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord
contains at least the minimum wire size required.
•If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use
the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.
•If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix W-A (Win
Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
•Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace
a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.
•Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
Main Parts of Product
Subassembly
Metal band saw
Work stop with lock handle
Foot (4)
Guide rail with hex nut
Assembly Instructions
⚠WARNING
Read the ENTIRE MANUAL - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Read all sections of this manual
including all text under subheadings therein before set-up or use of this product.
1. Slide the four rubber feet onto the base of the saw.

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2. Place the band saw on a workbench or the optional band saw stand item 101740 and secure
with the three bolts.
3. Screw the guide rail to the thread hole on vise base. Tighten the nut to fix it.
4. Attach the work stop to the guide rail. Secure it by tightening the lock handle.
Before Each Use
⚠WARNING
•Make sure the band saw is securely fastened down.
•Make sure all safety guards are installed and positioned correctly.
•Make sure the blade is tensioned appropriately.
Foot
Guide rail
Work stop

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Positioning the work stop
Use the work stop if you have to do several cuts on pieces of the
same length.
1. Loosen the lock handle A and place the work stop at the
desired distance from the blade.
2. Retighten the lock handle.
󱣲󱣳󱣴CAUTION
Make sure that the work stop does not interfere with the downward movement of the blade!
Cutting angle adjustment
The band saw can cut at angles from 0ºto 60º.
1. Loosen the lock handle B.
2. Turn the swivel support until the mark on support
matches desired angle on the scale.
3. Retighten the locking handle.
CAUTION! Make sure the lock handle B has been
tightened before turning on the machine.
󱣲󱣳󱣴CAUTION
Make sure the lock handle B has been tightened before turning on the machine.
Adjusting the blade guide
The sliding blade guide must be adjusted to bring the
guide close to the material. If the adjustment is not
done, it will result in an unclean cut.
1. Loosen the lock handle C.
2. Slide the blade guide to move it closer to the
workpiece.
B
Swivel support
CC
A

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3. Retighten the lock handle C.
Set cutting speed
The cutting speed always depends on the material being cut.
1. Turn the control knob D to increase or decrease the
speed as required.
Sample speeds:
Common steel: 40-60m/min
Aluminum, alloy: 80m/min
Pipes/sections: 70-80m/min
Operating Instructions
⚠WARNING
•The machine must be switched off before inserting material to be cut in the vice or before
removing material to be cut from the vice.
•Keep your hands and fingers in a safe distance from the running saw blade at all times.
•Safety equipment and guards, etc, must not be removed.
•Never remove the cutting chips by hand. Use a brush at all times.
•Never leave the machine when in operation.
1. Pull out the locking pin from the hole in the body and tilt the saw body to upper position.
D
Pin

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2. Use the vice to securely clamp the workpiece.
3. Check workpiece stop and cutting speed adjustments.
4. Push the green button to turn on the main switch. Using the index finger of your right hand,
press the run button.
5. Gradually lower the machine body until it comes lightly into contact with the workpiece. Now
begin to apply gradual pressure on the workpiece and complete the cut.
Vice

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Maintenance
⚠WARNING
Always wear protective gauntlets before changing saw blade!
Changing the Saw Blade
1. Remove the protective casing unscrewing the six screws.
2. Loosen the blade tension, turning the knob E in the anti-clockwise direction.
3. Extract the blade first from the guides and then from the cast iron pulleys.
4. Insert the new blade first between the guides and then into the cast iron pulleys, checking to
make sure the blade teeth are facing toward the work piece.
5. Turn the knob E to adjust the blade tension.
6. Replace the protective casing.
7. Reposition the blade guides in the correct position for next cut.
Maintain the product by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance in accordance
with the following recommended procedures. It is recommended that the general condition of any tool
be examined before it is used. Keep your tool in good repair. Keep all cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Also refer to the engine manufacturer’s
instruction manual for additional information about engine maintenance. The following chart is based
on a normal operation schedule.
Maintenance
Interval
Maintenance Point
Every 3 months
Check blade for dullness and replace if necessary.
Every 2 months
Usually check the condition of the power supply cords and replace them if
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Use a brush and a shop vacuum to remove chips and other debris from
the machine.
Always keep the machine handgrip clean to prevent accidental slipping
during use.
Remove the processing residues from the cutting area and the blade
guides whenever necessary.
If you do not intend to use the band saw for a long time, clean it and put it
in a dry place if possible. In this case it is advisable to reduce tension on
the blade.
To ensure effective machine operation, check the condition of the blade
daily and sharpen or replace whenever necessary.
Troubleshooting
Use the table below to troubleshoot problems before contacting service personnel or your local
dealer. If the problem continues after troubleshooting, call your local dealer for assistance.
Failure
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
The motor does
not work
Defective motor, power cable or plug.
The overload cutout has tripped.
Check the machine and reset the
overload cutout.
Overload cutout
tripped
Motor overload caused by excessive
cutting pressure.
Motor breakdown.
Perform the cut on the piece at the
correct pressure.
Inaccurate cut
squaring
Excessive cutting pressure.
Incorrect blade tooth in relation to the
workpiece.
Incorrect adjustment of the sliding
blade guide.
Incorrect cutting speed in relation to
work piece.
The workpiece is wrongly positioned in
the vice.
Poor blade tension.
Decrease cutting pressure.
Chose proper blade for workpiece.
Check blade guide adjustment.
Adjust to correct cutting speed.
Check workpiece positioning and
clamping in the vice.
Check blade tension.
The blade tends
to protrude from
the guide
Excessive blade tension.
Incorrect eccentric blade guide
adjustment.
The blade slips on the pulleys, caused
by oil or grease required for cutting
operations.
Check blade tension
Check eccentric blade guide
adjustment
Never use any type of lubricant or
coolant for the cutting operations;
specialized personnel should check
and replace the pulleys, if necessary.

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Parts Diagram

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Parts List
Reference
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
1
1
Speed adjusting knob
1
2
2
Circuit breaker
1
3
3
Motor housing
1
4
4
2.9-1X13mm Thread forming screw
2
5
5
Motor driver
1
6
6
M4X8mm Pan head screw
3
7
7
M4X8mm Pan head screw
1
8
8
4mm Serrated washer
1
9
9
Motor assembly
1
10
10
M5X10mm Socket head screw
4
11
12
Strain relief
1
12
13
Switch
1
13
14
2.9-1X9.5mm Thread forming screw
2
14
15
Switch box
1
15
16
Indicator light
1
16
17
4mm Flat washer
2
17
18
2.9-1X16mmThread forming screw
2
18
19
Power cord
1
19
20
Inner line
1
20
21
Front wheel shaft
1
21
22
5x5x10mm Key
1
22
23
15mm Retaining ring
1
23
24
50T Gear
1
24
25
6202ZZ Ball bearing
2
25
26
35mm Retaining ring
2
26
28
607ZZ Ball bearing
2
27
29
11mm Retaining ring
1
28
30
43T Gear
1
29
31
4x4x6mm Key
1
30
32
Pinion gear
1
31
34
M8X25mm Socket head screw
4
32
35
8mm Flat washer
4
33
36
Gear box
1
34
37
Frame cover
1
35
38
M5X8mm Pan head screw
6
36
39
5mm Flat washer
6
37
40
Left handle part
1
38
41
Button
1
39
42
Spring
1
40
43
Operating switch
1
41
44
Cord clamp
5
42
45
M5X10mm Pan head screw
5
43
46
Right handle part
1
44
47
2.9-1X9.5mm Thread forming screw
3
45
48
M4X8mm Flat head screw
4
46
49
Tube
1
47
50
Guide plate
2
48
51
M5X10mm Socket head screw
4
49
52
M8X25mm Socket head screw
2
50
53
8mm Lock washer
2
51
54
M8X10mm Set screw
1
52
55
Sliding block
1

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Reference
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
53
56
Blade
1
54
57
Bevel plate
1
55
58
6201ZZ Ball bearing
2
56
59
32mm Retaining ring
1
57
60
Rear blade wheel
1
58
61
M8X12mm Flat head screw
1
59
62
4X4X20mm Key
1
60
63
Front blade wheel
1
61
64
Flat washer
1
62
65
M6X12mm Flat head screw
1
63
66
Frame
1
64
67
Spring washer
8
65
68
Blade tension knob
1
66
69
Cord clamp
2
67
70
M5X 8mm Pan head screw
2
68
71
M6X8mm Set screw
69
72
Lock handle
1
70
73
6mm Flat washer
1
71
74
M6 Nut
4
72
75
6mm Lock washer
4
73
76
6mm Flat washer
4
74
77
Rear blade guide block
1
75
78
625ZZ Ball bearing
2
76
79
5mm Flat washer
4
77
80
5x24mm Pin
1
78
81
M6X25 Socket head screw
1
79
82
6mm Lock washer
1
80
83
Blade guard
1
81
84
6mm Flat washer
4
82
85
607ZZ Ball bearing
8
83
86
Shaft
4
84
87
6mm Flat washer
2
85
88
6mm Lock washer
2
86
89
M6X25mm Socket head screw
2
87
90
M5X10mm Socket head screw
1
88
91
5mm Flat washer
1
89
92
Guard plate
1
90
93
5X35mm Pin
1
91
94
Front blade guide block
1
92
95
M6 Nut
1
93
96
M6X25mm Socket head screw
1
94
97
M16-1.5mm Nut
1
95
98
Center shaft
1
96
99
Torsion spring
1
97
100
Lock handle
1
98
101
10mm Flat washer
1
99
102
Swivel support
1
100
103
12mm Flat washer
1
101
104
M12 Nut
1
102
105
M6X25mm Hex head bolt
1
103
106
M6 Nut
1
104
107
M6X35mm Socket head screw
1
105
108
6mm Flat washer
1
106
109
M5X10mm Socket head screw
2

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Reference
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
107
110
End stop washer
2
108
111
Bushing
1
109
112
8mm Retaining ring
1
110
113
Lock pin
1
111
114
M4X8mm Pan head screw
2
112
115
Angle scale
1
113
116
Base
1
114
117
Foot
4
115
118
M10X40mm Carriage bolt
1
116
119
6mm Flat washer
1
117
120
M6 Nut
1
118
121
Vise base
1
119
122
M6X12 Flat head screw
2
120
123
Vise jaw
1
121
124
Sliding case
1
122
125
M10 nut
1
123
126
Screw
1
124
127
5X12mm Spring pin
1
125
128
Bushing
1
126
129
Handle cap
2
127
130
Socket rod
1
128
131
Handle rod
1
129
132
M5X8mm Set screw
1
130
133
Guide block
1
131
134
6mm Lock washer
1
132
135
M6X25mm Hex head bolt
1
133
137
8mm Lock washer
6
134
138
M8X12mm Socket head screw
6
135
139
M12 Nut
1
136
140
Work stop rod
1
137
141
Work stop
1
138
142
Lock handle
1
139
143
M6X25mm Hex head bolt
1
140
144
serrated washer
1
141
145
Rubber spacer
1
142
146
Rubber bushing
3
143
147
Lock nut
4
Replacement Parts
•For replacement parts and technical questions, please call Customer Service at 1-800-222-5381.
•Not all product components are available for replacement. The illustrations provided are a
convenient reference to the location and position of parts in the assembly sequence.
•When ordering parts, the following information will be required: item description, item model
number, item serial number/item lot date code, and the replacement part reference number.
•The distributor reserves the rights to make design changes and improvements to product lines
and manuals without notice.

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Limited Warranty
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or "Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only
("You'' or "Your") that the Klutch® product purchased will be free from material defects in both
materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of
purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in
accordance with product instructions. There are no other warranties, express or implied, including the
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. If the product does not comply with this
limited warranty, Your sole and exclusive remedy is that We will, at our sole option and within a
commercially reasonable time, either replace the product or product component without charge to You
or refund the purchase price (less shipping). This limited warranty is not transferable.
Limitations on the Warranty
This limited warranty does not cover: (a) normal wear and tear; (b) damage through abuse, neglect,
misuse, or as a result of any accident or in any other manner; (c) damage from misapplication,
overloading, or improper installation; (d) improper maintenance and repair; and (e) product alteration
in any manner by anyone other than Us, with the sole exception of alterations made pursuant to
product instructions and in a workmanlike manner.
Obligations of Purchaser
You must retain Your product purchase receipt to verify date of purchase and that You are the original
purchaser. To make a warranty claim, contact Us at 1-800-222-5381, identify the product by make
and model number, and follow the claim instructions that will be provided. The product and the
purchase receipt must be provided to Us in order to process Your warranty claim. Any returned
product that is replaced or refunded by Us becomes our property. You will be responsible for return
shipping costs or costs related to Your return visit to a retail store.
Remedy Limits
Product replacement or a refund of the purchase price is Your sole remedy under this limited warranty
or any other warranty related to the product. We shall not be liable for: service or labor charges or
damage to Your property incurred in removing or replacing the product; any damages, including,
without limitation, damages to tangible personal property or personal injury, related to Your improper
use, installation, or maintenance of the product or product component; or any indirect, incidental or
consequential damages of any kind for any reason.
Assumption of Risk
You acknowledge and agree that any use of the product for any purpose other than the specified
use(s) stated in the product instructions is at Your own risk.
Governing Law
This limited warranty gives You specific legal rights, and You also may have other rights which vary
from state to state. Some states do not allow limitations or exclusions on implied warranties or
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to You. This limited
warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to rules pertaining to
conflicts of law. The state courts located in Dakota County, Minnesota shall have exclusive jurisdiction
for any disputes relating to this warranty.

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Distributed by:
Northern Tool & Equipment Company, Inc.
Burnsville, Minnesota 55306
www.northerntool.com
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