I
M
PORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USINGELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULDALWAYS
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 torain.
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 inuse, tools should bestored
in
dry, andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
5.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
willdothejob better and safer atthe ratefor which
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do thejob of a
heavy-duty tool. Don't usetoolfor purpose notintended; 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 workingoutdoors. Wear protective hair covering tocontain long hair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask
if
cuttingoperation is
dusty.
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Nevercarry tool by cord 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. Inspecttoolcords periodicallyand
if
damaged, haverepairedby autho-
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, before servicing, and when chang-
ing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
