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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, cloth-
ing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.
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Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
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Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left at-
tached to a rotating part of the tool may result in
personal injury.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Proper footing and balance
enables better control of the tool in unexpected situ-
ations.
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Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate con-
ditions.
Tool Use and Care
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Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Hold-
ing the work by hand or against your body is un-
stable and may lead to loss of control.
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Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
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Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
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Disconnect the plug from the power source
before making any adjustments, changing acces-
sories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety
measures reduce risk of starting the tool acciden-
tally.
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Store idle tools out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
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Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
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Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condi-
tion that may affect the tool's operation. If dam-
aged, have the tool serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec-
tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating a power tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
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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 insu-
lation eliminates the need for the three wire
grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.
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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.
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Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
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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 immedi-
ately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
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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
electric shock.
Personal Safety
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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 medication. A moment of
