General Safety Instructions for Power Tools
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Read and understand the operator’s manual and labels affixed to the tool. Learn the tool’s application and limita- tions as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this tool.
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If your tool is equipped with an approved
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In working order, and in proper adjustment and alignment.
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Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
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Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.
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Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep work area well lit. Provide ade- quate surrounding work space.
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All visitors should be kept a safe dis- tance from work area.
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With padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
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It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
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Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for.
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No loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, wristwatches), to get caught in moving parts.
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t^okfkdW=The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye dam- age. Before beginning tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recom- mend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply wtih ANSI Z87.1.
Also, use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended peri- ods of operation.
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