
IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery. there
are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product. Using the machine with respect and caution will consider-
ably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal
injury to the operator may result. Safety equipment such as guards, push sticks, hold-downs, featherboards, goggles, dust
masks and hearing protection can reduce your potential for injury. But even the best guard won’t make up for poor judg-
ment, carelessness or inattention. Always use common sense and exercise caution in the workshop. If a procedure feels
dangerous, don’t try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that feels safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your re-
sponsibility.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the
tool's application and limitations as well as the specic hazards peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
4. GROUND ALL TOOLS. If tool is equipped with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a three-hole
electrical receptacle. If an adapter is used to accommodate a two-prong receptacle, the adapter lug must be
attached to a known ground. Never remove the third prong.
5. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it "on".
6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
7. DON'T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks. master switches, or by removing starter keys.
10. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be safer at the rate for which it was designed.
11. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
12. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing. gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get
caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommend-ed. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
13. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
15. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-mance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
17. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when changing accessories such as blades, bits,
cutters, etc.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of accessories and attachments no recom-mended by us
may cause hazards or risk of injury to persons.
19. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before
plugging in power cord.
20. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting. tool is accidentally
contacted.
21. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may aect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
22. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
23. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTEND-ED. TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.