PERSONALSAFETY

1.ALWAYSstayalert,watchwhatyouaredoingandusecommonsensewhen

operatingapowertool.DONOTusetoolwhiletiredorundertheInfluenceof drugs,alcohol,ormedicationA.moment of inattention while operating power

tools may result in serious personal injury.

2.ALWAYS dress properly. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Pull back long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jeweFry,or long hair can be caught in movingparts.

3.ALWAYS avoid accidental starting. BE SURE switch Is In the "Off" position before plugging in. DO NOT carry toolswith your finger on the switch.Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or pluggingin tools that have the switchin the "On" position invitesaccidents.

4.ALWAYS remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool "On". A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotatingpart of the tool may result in personal injury.

5.DO NOT overreach. ALWAYS keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Proper footing and balance enables better controlof the tool in unexpected situations.

6.ALWAYS use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask,

non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions,

TOOL USE AND CARE SAFETY

1.ALWAYS use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workplece to a stable platform. Holdingthe work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.

2.DO NOT force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application, The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed,

3.DO NOT use the tool If the switch does not turn It "On" or "Off". Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switchis dangerous and must be repaired.

4.ALWAYS 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.

5.ALWAYS store Idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the handsof untrained users.

6.ALWAYS maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properlymaintained toolswith sharp cuttingedges ere less likelyto bind and are easier to control,

7.ALWAYS check for mlsalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool'soperation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidentsare caused by poorly maintained tools.

/'FORWARNING;USE WITH THISUSETOOLOFACCESSORIESTHATAREMAY CREATE HAZARDOUSNOTCONDITIONRECOMMENDED I

8.ALWAYS use only accessories that are recommended for this tool. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool can become hazardous when used on another tool.

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Craftsman 286.17589 operating instructions Personalsafety, Tool USE and Care Safety