Important Safety Instructions

(For All Tools)

WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:

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1.Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2.Consider work area environment. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3.Keep children away. All visitors should be kept away from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

4.Store idle tools. When not in use, tools should be locked-up or stored in a dry, high place -out of reach of children.

5.Do not force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.

6.Use correct tool. Do not force small tool or attachmentto do the job of a heavy-dutytool. Do not use tool for purpose not intended;for example, don’t use circular saw for cutting tree limbs or logs.

7.Dress appropriately. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommendedwhen working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

8.Use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty.

9.Do not abuse cord. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

10.Secure workpiece. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It is safer than using your hand; it also leaves both hands free to operate tool.

11. Do not over-reach.Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12.Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructionsfor lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by authorized 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, before servicing, and when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, and cutters.

14.Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check to ensure that keys and adjusting wrenches are removedfrom tool before turning the tool on.

15.Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry plugged-intool with finger on switch. Be sure switch is OFF when plugging in.

16.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 intendedfunction. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting,and any other conditions that may affect tool operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in this instruction manual. Defective switches should be replaced by an authorized service center. Do not use tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.