1.
Holding the
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may
lead to loss of control.
2. Use the correct tool for your applica-
tion. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at
the rate for which it is designed.
3.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dan-
gerous and must be repaired.
4.
Such preventive safety measures re-
duce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
5.
Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and
clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may af-
fect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
8.
Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
9.
Damaged cords increase the risk of
electrical shock.
10. free from oil and grease.
Allows for better control of the tool.
11. Such measures reduce risk of
electrical shock.
1.
Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
2.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to fol-
low maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electrical shock or injury.
3. and changing
accessories. Accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools.
The Operator’s Manual contains specific safety information
and instructions for your protection against serious injuries
including:
Loss of fingers, hands, arms or other body parts if cloth-
ing or gloves get caught in moving parts;
Electric shock or burns from contact with wires, motor or
other power drive parts:
Impact injuries, including broken bones if machine tips
over or workpiece falls;
Eye injuries, including being blinded by the workpiece or
workpiece chips.
Read and follow safety labels on machine.
Know the location and functions of all controls before
using.
The foot switch increases safety. The switch shuts off the
motor upon removing your foot. Clothing caught in a rotating
tool can pull the operator into the machine. Additionally, the
machine’s high torque could crush or break bones should
caught or trapped clothing bind around your arm or other body
parts.
Make sure switch is in the OFF position before plugging in
power cord.
Use foot switch.
Do not wear gloves.
Keep sleeves and jacket buttoned.
Do not reach across machine. Clothing can be drawn
into moving parts.
Operate machine from switch side only.
Do not block or disconnect foot switch.
Keep foot switch in working order.
Make sure you can quickly remove your foot from foot switch.
Keep hands away from rotating pipe and fittings. Stop
machine when screwing fittings on pipe or wiping threads.
