GENERAL SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
Operating a Dust Collector can be dangerous if safety and common sense are ignored. The operator must be familiar with the operation of the tool. Read this manual to understand this Dust Collector. DO NOT operate this Dust Collector if you do not fully understand the limita- tions of this tool. DO NOT modify this Dust Collector in any way. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility.
BEFORE USUNG THE DUST COLLECTOR
To avoid serious injury and damage to the tool, read and follow all of the Safety and Operating instructions before operating the Dust Collector.
1, READ the entire Owner's Manual, LEARN how to use the tool for its intended applications,
2, GROUND ALL TOOLS. if the tool is supplied with a
ground the tool and provide protection against accidental electric shock. DO NOT remove the 3rd
prong. See Grounding instructions.
3, AVOID A DANGEROUS WORKING ENVIRON- MENT. DO NOT use electrical tools in a damp environment or expose them to rain.
4.DO NOT use electrical tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gasses.
5, ALWAYS keep the work area clean, well lit, and organized. DO NOT work in an environment with
floor surfaces that are slippery from debris, grease, and wax.
6, KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY. DO NOT
permit people to be in the immediate work area, especially when the electrical tool is operating,
7, DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to perform an opera- tion for which it was not designed, it wiii do a safer
and higher quality job by only performing operations for which the tool was intended.
8, WEAR PROPER CLOTHING. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry, These items can get caught in the machine during operations and pull the operator into the moving parts, The user must wear a protective cover on their hair, if the hair is long, to prevent it from contacting any moving parts,
9, ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool can throw debris into the eyes during opera- tions, which could cause severe and permanent eye damage. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles (that comply with ANSi standard Z87.1) when operating power tools. Safety Goggles are available at Sears Retail Stores.
10, ALWAYS WEAR HEARING PROTECTION.
Plain cotton is not an acceptable protective device,
Hearing equipment should comply with ANSi $3,19 Standards,
11, ALWAYS UNPLUG THE TOOL FROM THE ELEC- TRICAL RECEPTACLE when making adjustments, changing parts or performing any maintenance,
12, KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN WORKING ORDER.
13, AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, Make sure that the power switch is in the "OFF" position before plugging in the power cord to the electrical receptacle,
14, REMOVE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS from the
immediate area prior to turning the tool "ON",
15, USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES, Use of incorrect or improper accessories could cause serious injury to the operator and cause damage to the tool, if in doubt, check the instruction manual that comes with that particular accessory,
16, NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED,
Turn the power switch to the "OFF" position, DO NOT leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop,
17, DO NOT STAND ON A TOOL. Serious injury could result if the tool tips over or you accidentally contact the tool.
18, DO NOT store anything above or near the tool where anyone might try to stand on the tool to reach it.
19, MAINTAIN YOUR BALANCE. DO NOT extend yourself over the tool, Wear oil resistant rubbersoled shoes, Keep floor clear of debris, grease, and wax,
20, MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Always keep tools clean and in good working order. Keep all blades and tool bits sharp.