ISafety When using electric tools, basic safety precautions
should always be tel!owed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal Injury, Including the following:
READ AND SAVE ALL THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS:
1_Keep work area clean -- Cluttered areas
and benches invite injuries
2oAvoid dangerous environment _ Don't
expose tools to rain_Don't use power tools in
damp or wet tocations Don't use power tools
in the presence offlammable liquids or gases
Avoid chemicaI or corrosive environments
Keep work area well lit
3. Guard against electric shock -- Prevent
body contact with grounded surfaces For
example: pipes, radiators, refrigerator
enclosures
4,,Keep children away -- Do net let visitors
contact tool or extension cord All visitors
should be kept away from work areas
5oStore idle toots -- When not in use, toots
shou]d be stored in dry, and high or locked-up
ptace -- out of reach of children
6. Don't force tool -- Itwill do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was intended
7, Use right tool -- Don't force small too] or
attachment to do the job of a heavy-duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended -- for
example -- don't use circular saw for cutting
tree limbs or logs
8. Dress properly -- Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry They can be caught in
moving parts Rubber gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working
outdoors Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair
& Use safety glasses -- Also use face or
dust mas]_ ifcutting operation is dusty
t0. Don't abuse cord -- Never carry tool by
cord oryank it to disconnect from receptacle
Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges
11. Secure work -- Use clamps or vise to
hold work. it's safer than using your hand and
itfrees both bands tooperate toot
12oDon't over-reach -- Keep proper footing
and balance at all times
13. Maintain tools with care -- Keep toots
sharp and clean for better and safer
performance Fo_low instructions forlubricat-
ing and changing accessories inspect toot
cords periodically and, if damaged, have
repaired by authorized service facility inspect
extension cords periodically and replace if
damaged Keep handles dry, clean and free
from oil and grease
14,, Disconnect tools -- When not inuse,
before servicing, and when changing
accessories, such as blades0 bits, cutters
15, Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
-- Form habit of checking to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning iton
16. Avoid unintentional starting -- Don't
carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch Be
sure switch is off when plugged in
17. Outdoor use extension cords -- When
tool is used outdoors, use only extension
cords intended for use outdoors and so
marked
18. Stay alert -- Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate tool
when you are tired Don't use power tools
after taking drugs, alcohot or medications
19o Do not alter or misuse toot -- These
tools are precision built Any alteration or
modification notspecified ismisuse and may
resuft in adangerous condition
20. Avoid gaseous areas -- Do not operate
portable electdc toolsin gaseous or explosive
atmospheres Motors in these tools normally
spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes
21. Check for damaged parts -- Before
further useof the tool, check for damaged
parts Check for alignment ofmoving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation A part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced byan
authorized service center before further use
of the tooi Have defective switches replaced
by an authorized sewice center, Do not use
tool ifswitch does not turn it on and off
22. Your tool is double insulated -- And no
grounding is necessary The tool is equipped
with a two wire cord and two prong pfug
which can be used in standard 120 volt
A.C. outlets_ Use only identical
replacement parts when service is
required.
2& Polarized plugs-- Yourtool isequipped
with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other), this plug will fit in a polarized out_et
onIy one way Ifthe p_ug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug ffit still does not
fit,contact aqualified electrician to instal] the
proper outlet. Toreduce the risk of electric
shock do not change the plug inany way
24. Extension cords -- An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in
loss of power and over-heating Use 18
gauge or heavier cord, NOTE: The smaller
the gauge number, the heavier the cord
(Extension cords are available )
25,,WARNING: Use of damaged cords can
shock, bum or electrocute
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IMaintenanceMAINTENANCE OF REPLACEABLE BRUSHES
Models 572 610520, 572 610530 &572 610720
The brushes should be inspected frequently
when tools are used continuously ifyour tool
runs sporadically, loses power, makes
unusual noises or runs at a reduced speed,
check the brushes Tocontinue using the tool
in this condillon will permanently damage
your too_
CURVEDENDOFBRUSH
-MUST_ATCHCURVATURE
OFHOUSING
BRUSH
CURVATURE BRUSH
OFHOL!SIN6 CAP
With the cord unplugged, remove the brush
capsone at a time with a small screwdriver by
rotating cap counter-clockwise and check
each brush
Ifthe brush is less than 1/8" longand the end
surface of the brush that contacts the
commutator is rough and/or pitted, they
should be replaced Check both brushes
Usually thebrushes will not wear out simul-
taneously If one brush is worn out, replace
both brushes Makesure the brushes are
installed as illustrated The curved surface of
the brush must match the curvature of the
commutator.
Afterrepladng brushes the tool should be run
atno-load; place it on a clean surface and run
itfreely for 5 minutes before loading (or using)
the tool This wi!l allow the brushes to "seat"
properly and will give you more hours of life
from each set of brushes This wilt also
extendthe total life of your tool since the com_
mutatorsurface will "wear" tonge_
BEARINGS - Rotary Tool No& 572,610520,
572.610530 &572,610720 have double ball
bearing construction,, Under normal use
neither type requiresadditional lubrication,,
CAUTION:
Any servicing of this tool (Excluding brush re-
placement for Models 572.610520,
572610530 & 572 610720) should be
performed by an authorized service
representative
IMPORTANT!
Use of any accessories or attachments other
than those suppiied by Sears may be
hazardous
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