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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-
pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOL
NAME
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert
Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand opera-
tor’s manual before using this product.
Eye Protection
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Recycle Symbols
This product uses nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries. Local, state,
or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary
trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
V
Volts
Voltage
min
Minutes
Time
Direct Current
Type or a characteristic of current
no
No Load Speed
Rotational speed, at no load
.../min
Per Minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL
SIGNAL
MEANING
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related to an
injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled
or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of
a product that is not properly and completely assembled
or with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories or attachments not recommended for use
with this product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.
ASSEMBLY
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.
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