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7. Dress properly
. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving
parts. Protective, non-conductive clothes and non-skid footwear are recommended when
working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
8. Use eye and ear protection.
Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Wear a full
face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust
mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists.
9. Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across
running machines. Keep hands and fingers clear of moving parts when operating.
10. Maintain tools with care
. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically
and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized technician. Handles must be kept
clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.
11. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches
. Check that keys and adjusting wrenches are
removed from the tool or machine work surface before plugging it in.
12. Stay alert.
Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool when
you are tired.
13. Check for damaged parts
. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment and binding of moving parts; any broken parts or mounting
fixtures; and any other condition that may affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use the tool if any
switch does not turn on and off properly.
14. Replacement parts and accessories.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this
tool.
15. Do not operate tool
if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels if taking
prescription medicine to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while taking
drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
16. Maintenance.
For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a
qualified technician.
17. Workpiece may be sharp.
After bending or cutting workpieces use caution. Be aware of
sharp edges or sharp shreds of metal that may be created. Use heavy duty gloves when
handling the workpiece.
NOTE: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cov-
er all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
