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SAFETY RULES
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. 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. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements.
Note: Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
6. 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.
7. KEEP CHILDERN AWAY. All visitors should be kept safe distance from work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter
keys.
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL it will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was not
designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not
designed.
11. USE 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. Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and
nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,
the heavier the cord.
12. WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets,
or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
13. ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
14. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer than using
your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
15. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
16. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
