IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
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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, toolsshould bestoredindry, andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will dothejob better andsafer atthe ratefor which
it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do thejob of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't usetoolfor purpose not intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs
or
logs.
DRESSPROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothingorjewelry. They can becaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontain longhair.
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.
DISCONNECTTOOLS. When not
in
use, beforeservicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
