IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
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1.KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
2.CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations. Keep work area well lit. Don't expose power tools to rain. Don't use tool in presence of flammable liquids or gases.
3.KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept away from work area. Don't l e t visitors contact tool or extension cord.
4.STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored in dry, and high or
5.DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer a t the rate for which it was intended.
6.USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to do the job of a heavy- duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended.
7.DRESS PROPERLY. Don't wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and
8.USE SAFETY GLASSES. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation i s dusty.
9.DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by cord or yank it to disconnect from re- ceptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
10.SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool.
11.DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
12.MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and charging accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by authorized service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
13.DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, and when changing acces- sories, such as blades, bits, cutters.
14.REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
15.AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Don't carry
16.OUTDOOR USE EXTENTION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only exten- sion cords intended for use outdoors and so marked.
17.STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Don't operate tool when you are tired.
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