Craftsman CMEW300, Instruction Manual

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damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
f ) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g ) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the
work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
h ) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease.
Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Service
a )
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Additional Safety Warnings
• Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool
down.
An exposed rotating cutter may engage the surface
leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
• Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces only,
because the cutter may contact its own cord.
Cutting
a “live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
• Use clamps or another practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding
the work by hand or against the body leaves it unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
• To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
and understand instruction manual before
operating planer.
• Be sure the voltage agrees with specific data on
the nameplate.
• Make certain that the switch is in the OFF position
before connecting plug to a power source.
• Be sure to switch OFF immediately if tool is jammed
in work.
• Be sure tool is set for correct depth before turning
switch to ON.
• Be sure to use specified replacement parts only.
• Be sure tool is disconnected from power source when
cleaning or making adjustments to the tool.
• Be sure to maintain tool with care.
Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
•
Stay alert – never operate the unit when tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
•
Be sure to store tool in a clean dry place after
disconnecting from power source.
• Do not use in dangerous environments. Do not
use near flammable substances, in damp or wet
locations, or expose to rain.
• Be sure that the blades are mounted as described
in the instruction manual and check that all screws
are firmly tightened before connecting unit to
power source.
• Keep air vents unobstructed for proper
motor cooling.
• DO NOT lay tool down on shoe when the blades are
exposed. This can chip the blades.
• Keep side discharge chute unobstructed at all times.
• Never reach under the tool for any reason unless it
is turned OFF and UNPLUGGED. BLADES ARE EXPOSED
AND EX TREMELY SHARP.
•
Use this tool for working with wood and wood
products only.
• Never operate without securely holding the
front handle.
• Always operate planer with two hands.
• Planer blades are extremely sharp. Handle
with great care.
•
Clean out your tool often, especially after heavy use.
• Always make sure the work surface is free from nails
and other foreign objects.
• Air vents oftern cover moving parts and should be
avoided. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be
caught in moving parts.
Additional Safety Information
WARNING: ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED
SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other
masonry products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
•
Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities. Wear protective clothing and