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932VS Portable Band Saw

Ridge Tool Company

General Safety Information

WARNING!

Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may re-
sult in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

• 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
liquids, gases or dust. 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.

• Do not let visitors contact the tool or extension

cord. Such preventative measures reduce the risk of
injury.

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 adapter plugs. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the out-
let 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.

• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such

as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.

• Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet condi-

tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electrical shock.

• Do not abuse 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 electrical shock.

• When operating a power tool outside, use an out-

door extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electrical shock.

• Connect the tool to an AC power supply that

matches the name plate specifications. Incorrect
voltage supply can cause electrical shock or burns.

• Use only three-wire extension cords which have

three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole re-
ceptacles which accept the machines plug. Use
of other extension cords will not ground the tool and in-
crease the risk of electrical shock.

• Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insufficient

conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop and
loss of power.

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,
alcohol, or medications. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious per-
sonal 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 tools in that have the switch ON
invites accidents.

• Remove adjusting keys or switches 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 over-reach. Keep proper footing and bal-

ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-

tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.

Grounding pin

Cover of

grounded

outlet box