Specific Safety Rules

1.Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety infor- mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.

2.Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool.

3.Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving. Make sure sol- dering wire is not connected to tool that is plugged in.

4.Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways 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.

5.Use in well-ventilated area only and keep out of reach of children.

6.People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electro- magnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.

7.WARNING: This product, when used for welding, plasma cutting, soldering, or similar applications, produces chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health &

Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)

. Use caution when handling the Soldering Tip; it comes to a sharp point and is especially dangerous when heated. The soldering tip can generate temperatures up to 896°F, always use caution when working with this tool and keep flammable items at a clear, safe distance.

9.The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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Grounding

WARNING Improperlyshock. connecting grounding wire can result in electric

Check with qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify power cord plug provided with the tool. Never remove grounding prong from the plug. Do not use tool if power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility

SKU 96531

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Chicago Electric 96531 operating instructions Specific Safety Rules, Grounding