Rules for Safe Operation

QCheck damaged parts. Before using the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be care- fully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for align- ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, break- age of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced.

QDirection of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the blade or cutter only.

QKeep hands away from cutting area. Do not reach underneath the table or in the cutting path with your hands or fingers at any time while the tool is con- nected to a power source.

QDo not use awkward hand positions.

QUse overhead guard when adjustable fence is not in place.

QFirmly clamp or bolt the router table to a work surface so that the router table surface is approxi- mately hip height.

QNever leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.

QInspect for and remove all nails from lumber be- fore routing. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

QDrugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

QSave these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

•lead from lead-based paints,

•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

•arsenic and chromium from chemically- treated lumber.

Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.