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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
TOOL USE AND CARE
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flamma-
ble liquids, gases, Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is
offbefore plugging in. Carrying tools with your
finger onthe switch or plugging in tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before
turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left
attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain
long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
drawn into air vents.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use clamps or other practical way to secure
andsupport the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body is
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
appli-cation. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools
sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
clean-ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents
to clean your tool.Following this rule will reduce the
risk of loss of control and deterioration of the
enclosure plastic.
Double insulated tools are equipped with a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not
change the plug in any way. Double insulation
eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as
pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is grounded.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
ex-pose this product to rain or moisture. Store
indoors.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an
outdoorextension cord marked “W-A” or “W”.
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the
risk of electric shock.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inatten-
tion while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
