RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
WARNING:
Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read thoroughly and understand completely all instructions, safety rules, etc. contained in this manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents involving fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. Save operator's manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation, and instructing others who may use this tool.
■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.
■DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and bal- ance at all times. Do not use while standing on a ladder or unstable support.
■MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing acces- sories.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
■KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
■GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by prevent- ing body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
■KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
■AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tool in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.
■KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
■STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools should be stored in a dry and high or
■DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
■USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attach- ment to do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for example - A circular saw should never be used for cutting tree limbs or logs.
■WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose cloth- ing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's moving parts and cause personal injury. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and keep it from being drawn into nearby air vents.
■ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eye- glasses have only
■PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
■PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.
■REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
■NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite flammable liquids, gases, or fumes.
■KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum- based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
■STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush.
■CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it 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 repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this operator's manual.
■DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
■DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
■CUTTING INTO ELECTRICAL WIRING IN WALLS AND FLOORS CAN CAUSE THE BLADE AND METAL PARTS TO BECOME ELECTRICALLY LIVE. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into walls and floors; grasp only the insulated handle(s) provided on the tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the blade path when cutting into a wall or floor.
■AVOID CUTTING NAILS. Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before cutting.
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