IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
(For
All
Tools)
WARNING:
WHEN USING ELECTRICTOOLS,
ElASIC
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONSSHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO 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 to rain.
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
in
use, toolsshould bestored
in
dry,
andhigh
or locked-up place
-
out of reach of children.
5.
DON'T FORCETOOL.
It
will
dothejob better andsafer at the ratefor which
it
was intended.
6.
USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a
heavy-dutytool. Don't use toolfor purposenot intended; for example, don't
use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.
7.
DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear looseclothingorjewelry. They canbecaught
in
moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended
whenworking outdoors. Wear protective hair coveringtocontain longhair.
8.
USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is
dusty.
9.
DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool bycordor 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 lubricatingand changing acces-
sories. Inspecttoolcords periodicallyandif damaged, haverepairedbyautho-
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, beforeservicing, and when chang-
ing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
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