GENERAL SAFETY RULES
USA0021
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions.
Failure
tofollow all instructions listed below, may result
in
electric
shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
1.
Keep your work area clean and well
lit.
Cluttered benchesand dark areas invite
accidents.
2.
Donot operate power tools
in
explosive atmospheres, such as
in
the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
3.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
4.
DoubleInsulatedtools are equipped witha polarized plug (oneblade iswider
than the other.) This plug will fit
in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully
in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it
still does not
fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet.
Do
not change
the
plug
in
any way. Double insulation eliminates
the
need for the three
wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
5.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
6.
Do
notexpose power tools torainor wet conditions. Water entering a power
tool will increase the risk
of
electric shock.
7.
Do
not abuse the cord. Never use the cordtocarry the tools or pullthe plug
from anoutlet. Keepcord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or movingparts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
8.
When operating a power tooloutside, use an outdoor extension cordmarked
“W-A’
or “W.“ These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk
of
electric shock.
Personal Safety
9.
10.
2
Stay alert, watch what you aredoingand use common sensewhen operating
a power tool.
Do
not use
tool
while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
A
moment
of
inattention while operating power
tools
may result in serious personal injury.
Dressproperly.
Do
notwear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Looseclothes, jewelry
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
