IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS, BASICSAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULD ALWAYS
BE
FOLLOWEDTO 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 to rain.
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 notinuse, tools should be stored indry, andhigh
or locked-up place
--
out of reach of children.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will do thejob better and safer at the ratefor which
it
was intended.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't use tool for purpose notintended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothingor jewelry. They can be caught
in moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair coveringto contain longhair.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cuttingoperation is
dusty.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank
it
to disconnect 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.
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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. Inspect tool cords periodically and 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 inuse, before servicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
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