Craftsman 315.22038 owner manual Read ALL Instructions, Safety Alert Symbol

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The purpose of safety symbols Is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

SYMBOL MEANING

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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

 

 

Indicates danger, warning or caution, May be used in conjunction with other symbols or

 

pictographs.

 

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DANGER:

Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

 

Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of tire, electric shock and personal injury.

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WARNING:

Failure to obey a safety warning can result in serious injury to yourself or to others.

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Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.

CAUTION:

Failure to obey a safety warning may result in property damage or personal injury to

 

 

yoursetl or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of tire, electric shock

 

and personal injury.

Note:

Advises you of information or instructionsvital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment.

IMPORTANT

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you contact your nearest Sears repair center. Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing.

If you have questions about terms in the following rules, refer to the Glossary of Terms for Woodworking or the Features section.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

BKNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the owner's manual carefully. Learn the saw'sapplications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.

IIIDO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power tools near gasoline or other flammable liquids, in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep the work area well lit.

IIKEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact the tool or extension cord while operating.

IIIKEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered work areas and work benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the saw while it is in operation. Keep floors clean and free of saw- dust.

BMAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow

instructions for lubricating and changing accesso- ries.

_. WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand

completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save owner'smanual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may usa this tool.

IIMAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF with padlocks and master switches or by removing switch keys.

USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Use it only the way it was intended.

DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry. They can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Nonslip footwear is 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.

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

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

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

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