GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
■Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
■Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq- uids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
■Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to in-
stall a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any
way. Double insulation 
eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.
■Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
■Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec- tric shock.
■Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
Personal Safety
■Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alco- hol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operat- ing power tools may result in serious personal injury.
■Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew- elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites acci- dents.
■Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
■Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
■Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
■Use clamps or other practical way to secure and sup- port the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
■Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli- cation. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
■Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dan- gerous and must be repaired.
■Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures re- duce risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
■Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
■Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
■Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
Service
■Tool service must be performed only by qualified re- pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
■When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of elec- tric shock or injury.
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