IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USINGELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
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 not
in
use, toolsshould bestored
in
dry, andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
5.
DON'T FORCE TOOL.
It
will
dothejob better andsafer atthe ratefor which
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment todo the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't usetoolfor purposenotintended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothing orjewelry. They can becaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protectivehair covering to contain 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 cordor 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 instructionsfor lubricatingand changing acces-
sories. Inspecttoolcords periodicallyand ifdamaged, have repairedbyautho-
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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