Black & Decker BT1400 instruction manual Read ALL Instructions, Safety Instructions For All Tools

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KEY INFORMATION YOU SHOULD KNOW:		Safety Instructions For All Tools
• Cut only with sharp blades. Dull blades cut poorly and
overload the motor.	•	KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
• If the saw does not cut accurately, refer to the TROUBLE•		REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES .
SHOOTING chart in this manual.		Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
		wrenches are removed from spindle before turning
Important Safety Instructions		tool on.
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic	•	KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
safety precautions should always be followed		benches invite accidents.
to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, and	•	DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
personal injury, including the following:		Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
		expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS	•	KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept
		at a safe distance from work area.
Safety Warnings: Double Insulation	•	MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks,
Double insulated tools are constructed through-		master switches, or by removing starter keys.
out with two separate layers of electrical	•	DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be
insulation or one double thickness of insulation		safer at the rate for which it was designed.
between you and the tool’s electrical system.	•	USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to
Tools built with this insulation system are not		do a job for which it was not designed.
intended to be grounded. As a result, your tool	•	WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing,
is equipped with a two prong plug which		gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry
permits you to use extension cords without		which may get caught in moving parts. Nonslip
concern for maintaining a ground connection.		footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair
NOTE: Double insulation does not take the place		covering to contain long hair.
of normal safety precautions when operating this •		ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face
tool. The insulation system is for added protection		or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday
against injury resulting from a possible electrical		eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses, they are
insulation failure within the tool.		NOT safety glasses.
Replacement parts: When servicing all tools,	•	SECURE WORK. Use clamps or vise when you
USE IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.		cannot secure the workpiece on the table and
Repair or replace damaged cords.		against the fence by hand or when your hand will be
		dangerously close to the blade (within 6”).
Safety Instructions: Polarized Plugs	•	DON’T OVERREACH.	Keep proper footing and
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this		balance at all times.
equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is	•	MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized		and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully		instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not	•	DISCONNECT TOOLS	before servicing; when
fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the		changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,
proper utlet. Do not change the plug in any way.		and the like.
	•	REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
		Make sure switch is in OFF position before plugging in.

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