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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious per- sonal injury.
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✔Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
✔Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
✔Keep bystanders, children, and visi- tors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
✔Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. Applicable only to Class I (Grounded) tools.
✔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 install 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. Applicable only to Class ll tools.
✔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 electric 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 out- side, use an outdoor extension cord marked
Personal Safety
✔Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or med- ication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury,
✔Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
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