IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS
BE
FOLLOWED TO 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, tools should bestored
in
dry, andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
willdothejob better andsafer attheratefor which
it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't usetoolfor purpose notintended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing orjewelry. They can becaught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
when workingoutdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontain long hair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Nevercarry tool by cord or yank
it
todisconnect from
IO.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using
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. Inspecttoolcords periodicallyand
if
damaged, 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.
dusty.
receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
your hand and
it
frees both hands to operate tool.
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