BEFORE CONNECTING YOUR TOOL TO
A
POWER SOURCEBe
sure
you have readall
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY RULES GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS1.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and
in
working order.
2. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to
see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning
it
on.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't
use power tools in damp or wet
locations. Keep work
area
well
lit.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should
be kept safe distance from work area.
6. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF
-With padlocks, master switch-, or by remov-
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL.
It
will do
the
job better and safer
at the rate for which
it
8. USE
RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment to do
a
job
it
was not designed
9. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing or jewelry to get caught
in
moving
10. USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also
use
face or dust mask
if cutting operation
is
dusty.
11. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
It's
safer than
12. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at
all times.
13. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and
safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
14. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories such
as cutter
blades.
15. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure switch
is in off position before
plugging in.
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner's manual for recom-
mended accessories. The use
of improper accessories may cause hazards.
17. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur
if the
tool is tipped or
if the cutting tool
is
accidentally contacted.
18. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of
the tool,
a guard or other part
that
is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that
is will operate properly
and perform
its
intended function
- check for alignment
of
moving
parts,
binding
of moving parts, breakage of
parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that
may
affect
its
operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should
be
properly
re-
paired or replaced.
19. PROPER GROUNDING. These tools should be grounded while in
use
to protect
the operator from electric shock.
ing starter keys.
was designed.
for.
parts. Rubberjoled footwear
is recommended for best footing.
using your hand and
it
frees both hands to operate
tool.