IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHENUSINGELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULDALWAYS BE FOLLOWEDTO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDINGTHE 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 not
in
use, tools should bestored
in
dry, and high
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
5.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will
dothejob better and safer attheratefor which
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment todo thejob of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't usetoolfor purpose notintended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothingorjewelry. They canbecaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
whenworking 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. Nevercarry toolbycord 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. 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. Whennot
in
use, before servicing, and whenchang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
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