Safety Information
WARNING: Follow all safety precautions outlined in these oper- ating instructions. Improper use of this tool can cause severe injury or death from fire, electrical shock, or firing staple into body.
Before Operating Tool
1.Read and understand these operating instructions before operating tool.
2.Only
3.Do not operate tool
•where highly flammable liquids or gases are present
•while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs
•if exposed to rain or in damp or wet areas
•while tired or in a hurry
•if tool is damaged
•if trigger does not turn tool on and off.
4.To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The tool plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified elec- trician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the tool plug, exten- sion cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
5.Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use.
6.Never use this tool
•where a
•where not intended. For example, don’t use tool on concrete, metal, or glass
7.Wear
8.Wear the following safety gear when operating tool:
•rubber gloves (outdoors)
•footwear with
•eye protection such as safety glasses or goggles
•hair covering to contain long hair
9.Keep work area well lit.
10.Move trigger lock to the OFF position and unplug tool
•when loading tool
•when not in use
•when moving from one place to another
•before maintenance
•when changing accessories
11.Do not alter this tool in any way. Only use accessories designed for this tool.
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