Safety Instructions For Power Tools
9.USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condi- tion. Conductor size should be in accor- dance with the chart below. The amperage rating should be listed on the motor or tool nameplate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Your extension cord must also contain a ground wire and plug pin. Always repair or replace exten- sion cords if they become damaged.
Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
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AMP RATING | 25ft |
| 50ft | 100ft |
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| 16 | 14 | |
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| 12 | 12 | |
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| 12 | 10 | |
10 |
| 10 | No | |
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10.WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
11.ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
12.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate tool.
13.NEVER OVERREACH. Keep proper foot- ing and balance at all times.
14.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubri- cating and changing accessories.
15.DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like.
16.REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.
17.USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s manual for recom- mended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
18.CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before fur- ther 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 func- tion. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
19.NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
20.NEVER USE UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol or drugs, or when tired.
21. NEVER ALLOW UNSUPERVISED OR
UNTRAINED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE THE MACHINE. Make sure any instruc- tions you give in regards to the operation of the machine are approved, correct, safe, and clearly understood.
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