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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
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This product is designed only for specific applications as defined in the instructions and
should not be modified or used for any manner not described in these instructions. Use only
recommended accessories. Before using the Shoehorn Turning Kit: READ, UNDERSTAND and
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY WARNINGS. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READILY AVAILABLE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
> Always confirm that you are using the most
recent version of the Instructions and safety
warnings for your product (see the
Instructions link on the product
page at Rockler.com).
> Before using another tool with this product,
always read, understand and follow the
instructions and safety warnings in the
owner’s manual for that tool. If you do not
have the owner’s manual, obtain one from
the tool’s manufacturer before using it with
this product.
> Before using any chemical with this
product, always read, understand and
follow all safety warnings and guidelines
in the manufacturer’s Safety Data
Sheet (SDS; formerly called “MSDS”),
especially regarding:
• How to safely use the chemical,
including potential hazards and
recommended first aid measures;
• Personal safety equipment required
to safely use the chemical (e.g. gloves,
eye protection, mask/respirator, etc.);
• Proper and safe handling, storage
and disposal of the chemical.
> Before using this product, review and verify
that all tools to be used with it have safety
equipment installed and are in proper
working order as defined by the tool’s
owner’s manual.
> Do not use this product until you have read
and are confident you understand:
• Product Specific Safety Warnings (p. 3);
• Choose your Stock (p. 4);
• Drill the Blank (p. 4);
• Turn the Handle (p. 4);
• Assemble the Shoehorn (p. 4).
>The user assumes all risk and responsibility
for the proper and safe use of this product
and for ensuring product suitability for the
intended application.
>It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser
of this product to ensure that any anyone
you allow to use this product reads and
complies with all instructions and safety
precautions outlined in this manual
prior to use.
>Follow all standard shop safety
practices, including:
• Keep children and bystanders away
from the tool operating area;
• Do NOT use power tools in explosive
environments, or in the presence of
flammable liquids, fumes or dust;
• TURN OFF AND UNPLUG all power
tools BEFORE making any adjustments
or changing accessories;
• Remain alert and use good judgment.
Do not use this product if you are in any
way impaired by medications, alcohol,
drugs or fatigue;
• Keep your work area well lit and clean;
• Dress appropriately. Secure loose
clothing, remove all jewelry and tie
up long hair before using this product;
• ALWAYS wear safety glasses, hearing
protection and respiratory protection
that complies with NIOSH/OSHA/ANSI
safety standards;
• Use dust collection tools and dust face
masks to reduce exposure to dust;
• Use safety equipment such as
featherboards, push sticks and push
blocks, etc., when appropriate;
• Maintain proper footing at all times
and do not overreach;
• Do NOT force woodworking tools.
> These warnings and instructions do
NOT represent the total of all information
available regarding tool safety, use and
technique. Always seek out opportunities
to learn more and improve your skills
and knowledge.
Drilling, sawing, sanding
or machining wood products can expose
you to wood dust, a substance known ot
the State of California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
