Craftsman 315.2145 owner manual Rules for Safe Operation

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION (Continued)

When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 18 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next

heavier gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.

INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODI- CALLY and replace if damaged.

DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonslip foot- wear are recommended. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.

PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty.

MPROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.

BSECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It'ssafer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.

DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

mMAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer perfor- mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

MDISCONNECT ALL TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power supply.

BAVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

MUSE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is unin- tentionally contacted.

MCHECK 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 intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts,

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, saw stability, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician at a

Sears store to avoid risk of personal injury.

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 UNAT- TENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

USE ONLY CORRECT BLADES. Use the right blade size, style and cutting speed for the material and the type of cut. Blade teeth should point down tov!ard the table.

KEEP BLADES CLEAN, SHARP AND WITH SUFFICIENT SET. Sharp blades minimize stalling and kickback.

MDO NOT REMOVE THE SAW'S BLADE GUARDS. Never operate the saw with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.

MKEEP HANDS AWAY FROM CUTrlNG AREA. Do not hand hold pieces so small that your fingers go under the blade guard. Do not reach underneath work or in blade cutting path with your hands and fingers for any reason.

_k WARNING: Blade coasts after turn off.

DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect it from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

MINSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY and if damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at a Sears store. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the moving blade.

MDO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by a qualified service technician at a Sears store.

KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FRO• OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool.

ALWAYS SUPPORT LARGE WORKPIECES while cutting. To minimize risk of blade pinching and kickback, always support large workpieces. Saw may slip, walk or slide while cutting large or heavy beards.

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