I
M
PORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN UStNG ELECTRICTOOLS, BASIC SAFE-
TY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED
TO
SONAL INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PER-
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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 CHILDRENAWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area.
Don't let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
STORE IDLETOOLS. Whennot
in
use, tools should bestored
in
dry, andhigh
or
locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will
dothejob better andsafer at the ratefor which
it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothingorjewelry. They canbecaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord
or
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 instructionsfor lubricating and changing acces-
sories. Inspecttoolcords periodicallyandif damaged, have repairedbyautho-
rized service facility. Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
DISCONNECTTOOLS. When not
in
use, beforeservicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
