SPECiFiC SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
FOR DUST COLLECTORS
The operation of any Dust Colbctor can result in debris being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage, ALWAYS Wear Safety Goggbs (that com- ply with ANSi standard Z87,1) when operating the Dust Collector, Safety Goggbs are availabb at Sears Retail Stores, Keep your thumbs and fingers away from intake ports,
Basic precautions should always be followed when using your dust collector, To reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock or fire, comply with the safety rubs listed below:
1, READ and understand the instruction manual before operating the dust collector,
2, DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is
assembled and installed according to the instruc- tions,
3, OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR, instructor, or another qualified person if you are not familiar with the operation of this machine,
4, DO NOT leave the dust collector plugged into the electrical outlet, Unplug dust collector from the out- let when not in use and before servicing, changing bags, unclogging and cleaning,
5, ALWAYS turn the power switch "OFF" before unplugging the dust collector,
6, TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, do not use outdoors, Do not expose to rain, Store indoors, Use only for dry pick up,
7, FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occu- pational Safety and Health Regulations (OSHA), All electrical connections and wiring should be made by qualified personnel only,
8, DO NOT handle the plug or dust collector with wet hands,
9, DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up flam- mable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, NEVER use the dust collector near any flammable or combustible liquids,
10, USE the dust collector to pick up wood materials only, DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up metal shavings, metal dust, or parts,
11, NEVER use the dust collector to dissipate fumes or smoke, NEVER pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes,
12, USE only as described in this manual, USE acces- sories only recommended by Sears,
13, DO NOT pull the dust collector by the power cord, NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease,
14, DO NOT unplug the dust collector by pulling on the power cord, ALWAYS grasp the plug, not the cord,
15, DO NOT handle the plug or dust collector with wet hands,
16, REPLACE a damaged cord immediately, DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug, if the dust collector is not operating properly, or has been damaged, left outdoors or has been in contact with water, return it to a Sears Service Center,
17, DO NOT use the dust collector as a toy, DO NOT use near or around children,
18, DO NOT insert fingers or foreign objects into the dust intake port, Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from openings and moving parts of the dust collector,
19, DO NOT use the dust collector without the dust collection bag in place and properly secured,
20, ALWAYS use safety gates or caps to cover dust ports when the dust collector is not in use or mounted to a supporting surface for storage,
21, PERIODICALLY INSPECT dust bag for any cuts, rips or tears, NEVER operate the dust collector with a damaged bag or vacuum hose,
22, The dust collector is designed for home use or light commercial duty ONLY,
23, CONNECT dust collector to a properly grounded outlet only, See grounding instructions,
24, ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and proper operation of this product is available from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL
the Safety Data Sheets provided by the NSC, Please also refer to the American National Stand-
ards institute ANSi 01,1 Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machinery and the U,S, Department of Labor OSHA 1910,213 Regulations,
25, SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS, Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct other users,
