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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply . Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as a respiratory
mask, non-skid safety shoes and hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce the risk of personal
injury.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before connecting to power source and/or
battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying
power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing
power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the
power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it
on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the
battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do
not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If
damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
7. 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.
8. Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface .
Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support
it may lead to loss of control.
9. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
SERVICE
1. 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.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities may contain chemicals,
including lead, known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other
masonry products.
• 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 with approved safety
equipment such as dust masks specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE DRILL PRESS
WARNING
Do not let comfort or familiarity with the
product replace strict adherence to product safety
rules. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in
serious personal injury.
1. TOOL PURPOSE. This drill press is designed to drill
through metal and wood. Drilling through other materials
could result in fire, injury, or damage to the workpiece.
Using the machine for any other purpose for which it is not
designed may result in serious injuries, machine damage
and voiding of the warranty.
2. MACHINE MOUNTING. For operation safety, the drill
press must be securely mounted onto a flat and stable
surface or stand.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY.
• Always wear ANSI Z87.1-approved glasses with side
shields, hearing protection and a dust mask.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they might get
drawn in by the tool. Tie back long hair.
• DO NOT wear gloves while operating this machine.
4. Electric Cords. Keep cords away from heat, oil, sharp
edges, and moving parts of the tool. Have an electrician
replace or repair damaged or worn cords immediately.
5. TOOL & ACCESSORIES INSPECTION. Before
operation, check the tool and accessories for any damage
or missing parts. Do not use the tool if any part is missing
or damaged. Make sure all adjustments are correct and all
connections are tight. Keep all guards in place.