Craftsman 118.22000 Tool USE and Care Safety, Electrical Safety and Grounding Instructions

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TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

z:_WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions before operating this saw. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

1.BE SURE the splash guard is intact and in good condition.

2.DO NOT wash or allow water to come in direct contact with the bottom of the motor.

3.NEVER leave the tool running unattended. ALWAYS turn it off. DO NOT leave until the tool comes to a complete stop.

4.DO NOT force the tool. Slowly and smoothly pull the blade assembly as you cut through the tile. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better, safer, and at the rate for which it is designed.

5.DO NOT use the tool if the switch does not turn it "ON" or "OFF". Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

6.DISCONNECT the plug from the power source before making any

adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

7.KEEP blade guards in place and in good working order.

8.DO NOT use in dangerous environments. DO NOT use in damp or wet locations, or expose to rain.

9.STORE idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

10.MAINTAIN tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

11.BEFORE using this saw, CHECK for damaged parts, including guards for proper operation and performance, misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, or and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.

12.USE ONLY accessories that are recommended for this tool. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: ALWAYS use a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)

protected receptacle since the blade of this saw is used in close proximity to water.

. This tool is equipped with an electrical cord having a 3-prong electrical plug (Fig. 1-A). DO NOT alter the plug or use in a 2-prong receptacle. DO NOT modify the plug provided. If it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS cont.

2.Grounded corded tools are intended for use on supply circuits

having a nominal rating of less
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matching outlet that is properly

installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

5.Your local electrical code may require a slightly different plug connection. IF these differences exist, refer to and make the proper adjustments per your local code BEFORE your tool is plugged in and turned on.

6.A temporary GFCI protected adapter may be used to connect this plug to a

2-prong outlet if a properly grounded 3-prong outlet is not available (Fig.1 -B).

7.The temporary equipment grounding adapter SHOULD ONLY BE used until a properly grounded 3-prong outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician.

8.The green colored rigid ear or lug extending from the adapter (Fig. l-B) is the equipment grounding conductor and MUST be connected to a permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box.

9.If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, DO NOT connect the equipment grounding adapter to a live terminal.

10.Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

NOTE: If you do not fully understand the grounding instructions or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded, check with a qualified electrician or service person.

z_ WARNING" Do not permit fingers to touch the terminal or plug when installing or removing the plug from an outlet.

AWARNING" If not properly grounded and GFCI protected, this tool can cause an electrical shock, particularly when used in damp locations, in proximity to plumbing, or out of doors. If an electrical shock occurs there

is the potential of a secondary hazard, such as your hands contacting the saw blade.

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