_. WARNING: Read and understand all instruc- tions. Failureto follow all instructionslisted be-
low, may resultin electric shock,fire and/or seri- ous personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
•Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignitethe dust or fumes.
•Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating a power tool. Distractionscan cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
•Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade Is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insula- tion [] eliminates the need for the
•Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your
body is grounded.
•Don'texpose power tools to rain or wet condi- tions. Water entering a powertool will increase the risk of electric shock.
•Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immedi- ately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
•When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
PERSONAL SAFETY
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, cloth- ing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger
on the switchor plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
•Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotatingpart of the tool may resultin personalinjury.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footingand balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
•Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec- tion. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
•Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn intoair vents.
•Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
Stable footingon a solid surface enables better controlof the tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
•Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control
•Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correcttool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlledwith the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventivesafety mea- sures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
•Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerousin the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained toolswith
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
•Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool'soperation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many acci- dents are caused by poorlymaintained tools.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessoriesthat
may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
•Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean clothwhen cleaning. Never use brake fluids,gasoline, petroleum-
based products,or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.