SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with WARNING and CAUTION.
WARNING
CAUTION
Means that failure to follow this safety statement may result in extensive product damage, serious personal injury, or death.
Means that failure to follow this safety statement may result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property or equipment damage.
WARNING
READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards.
GROUND ALL TOOLS (UNLESS DOUBLE INSULATED)
If tool is equipped with an approved 3- conductor cord and a
KEEP AWAY FROM HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes, flammable liquids, or combustibles.
PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST PERSONAL INJURY
DO NOT operate any tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
DRESS FOR SAFETY
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry, as these items can get caught and draw you into moving parts. ALWAYS wear
WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1) at ALL times. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and use ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure all switches are in "OFF" position before plugging in.
NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. DO NOT store materials above or near the tool making it necessary to stand on the tool to reach them.
PROTECT AND USE SUITABLE CORDS NEVER carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Protect cord from heat, oil and sharp edges. For outdoor operation, use extension cords intended for outdoor use.
AVOID A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT DO NOT use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit and provide an adequate surrounding work space.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
CHECK DIRECTION OF FEED
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING
UNATTENDED
Turn power off. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
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