tool. Distractions are able to result in the loss of control of the tool.

Personal safety

a.Stay alert. Watch what you are do- ing and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influ- ence of drugs, alcohol, or medica- tion. A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of injury to persons.

b.Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.

Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair increases the risk of injury to persons as a result of being caught in moving parts.

c.Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is off before con- necting to the air supply. Do not carry the tool with your finger on the valve or connect the tool to the air supply with the valve on.

d.Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left at- tached to a rotating part of the tool increases the risk of personal injury.

e.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpect- ed situations.

f.Use safety equipment. A dust mask, non-skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable

conditions. Wear heavy-duty work gloves during use.

g.Always wear eye protec- tion. Wear ANSI-ap- proved safety goggles.

h.Always wear hearing protection when using the tool. Prolonged expo- sure to high intensity noise

is able to cause hearing loss.

i.Keep this product and all other tools away from children and animals. Do not allow spectators in or around the work area.

j.Never submerge this tool in liquids or use while in an excessively moist, or volatile environment.

k.Ensure the bit, Collet Nut and work piece are tightly secured before each use.

l.Use only included and/or recom- mended parts & accessories with this tool. Never use a carbide tipped or steel circular saw blade with this Die Grinder. Do not use a wood carving blade, carving disc with chain saw cutters, or a cutting carving disc with this Die Grinder.

m.Never exceed the maximum rated air pressure for this tool. Also never attempt to use a propellant other than what has been recommended/speci- fied.

n.Use for intended purposes only. Never force or modify a tool to per- form a task for which it was not con- structed.

SKU 97870

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Harbor Freight Tools 97870 operating instructions Personal safety