Chicago Electric 66182 operating instructions Specific Safety Warnings

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do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

b.Do not use the power tool if the

Power Switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the Switch is dan- gerous and must be repaired.

c.Disconnect the Power Plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing ac- cessories, or storing power tools.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

d.Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to oper- ate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

e.Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam- aged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

f.Use the power tool and its acces- sories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

5.Service

a.Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Specific Safety Warnings

1.Maintain labels and nameplates on the Hot Knife. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2.This Hot Knife can create heat up to approximately 840° Fahrenheit. Al- ways keep fingers, hands, body, and clothing away from the heated com- ponents of this tool.

3.Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the Hot Knife.

4.Do not allow any objects (liquid or metal) to fall into the Heat Block holes of the tool. Doing so can cause short circuiting and/or electric shock.

5.Do not lay the Hot Knife down on a flammable surface. Use and lay this tool on a fireproof work surface only.

6.Always keep multiple class ABC fire extinguishers nearby.

7.Use the Hot Knife in a well ventilated area only.

8.Do not leave the Hot Knife unat- tended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.

9.Allow the Hot Knife to completely cool before storing.

10.This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children.

SKU 66182

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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