IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USINGELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULDALWAYS BE FOLLOWEDTO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK,
AND
PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ
ALL
INSTRUCTIONS.
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KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp
or wet locations. Keep work area well
lit.
Don't expose power tools torain.
Don't use tool
in
presence of flammable liquids or gases.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
STORE IDLETOOLS. When not
in
use, toolsshouldbestored
in
dry, andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will
dothe
job
better andsafer atthe ratefor which
it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do thejob of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothing or jewelry. They canbecaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontainlonghair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool bycordor yank
it
todisconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
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.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricatingand changing acces-
sories. Inspecttoolcordsperiodicallyandifdamaged, haverepairedbyautho-
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, beforeservicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
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