IMPORTANT
SAFETY
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(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, WSlCSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWEDTO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ
ALL
INSTRUCTIONS.
1.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit.
Don't expose power tools to rain.
Don't use tool
in
presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4.
STORE IDLETOOLS. When notinuse, tools should be stored
in
dry, and high
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
5.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will do thejob better and safer atthe ratefor which
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't use toolfor purpose notintended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing orjewelry. They canbe caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontain long hair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
it
todisconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
IO.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
your hand and
it
frees both hands to operate tool.
11.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing acces-
sories. Inspect toolcords periodicallyand
if
damaged, have repairedby autho-
rized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
13.
DISCONNECTTOOLS. When not
in
use, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
