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condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough
to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows
the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The smaller the gage number,
the heavier the cord.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings,
bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses,
they are NOT safety glasses.
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It’s safer
than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing
attachments, grinding wheels, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in any tool.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for
recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk
of injury to persons.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will
operate properly and perform its intended function-check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation, A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the grinding operation is
dusty.
PROTECT HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of
operation.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep
cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
