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TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
tool for the application. The correct tool will do
the job better and more safely at the rate that it
was designed to work at.
Do not use tools if switch does not turn it on or
off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source be-
fore making any adjustments, changing acces-
sories or storing the tool. This preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of accidental starting
of the tool.
When the power tool is not in use, store it out
of the reach of children, and do not allow in-
dividuals who are not familiar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate it. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands on untrained
users.
Maintain the power tool. Check for misalign-
ment or binding of moving parts, broken parts,
and any other condition that may affect the
operation of the power tool. If it is damaged,
have it repaired before using. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Check for misalignment or bonding of moving
parts, breakage parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tools operation. If you find
a damaged tool, take it to service before use it.
Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer of your model. Suitable ac-
cessories for one tool, may become hazardous
when are used on another tool.
Keep cutting tools, sharpened and clean. Cut-
ting tools in good condition with sharpened
edges, are less likely to stuck in workpieces or
easier to control.
Is recommendable to use a safety device suit-
able, such a thermal and differential switch
when you are using an electric equipment.
SERVICE
Tool service must be performed only by quali-
fied repair personnel. Service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel could re-
sult in a risk of injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
DRUM MACHINES
DANGER:
Electric shock resulting in death
can occur if you plug this machine into an im-
properly wired outlet. If the ground wire is elec-
trified, you can be electrocuted by just touching
the machine, even when the power switch is
off. A ground fault circuit interrupter will not
protect you in this situation. Use a UL approved
tester to determine if the outlet is safe.
IMPORTANT:
Do not overstress cables. Over-
stressing cables may cause twisting, kinking, or
breaking of the cable and may result in serious
injury.
1. Only wear leather gloves. Never use any other
type of glove, such as cloth, rubber, or coated
gloves. Never grasp a rotating cable with a rag.
These items could become wrapped around the
cable and cause serious injury.
2. Never operate machine with belt guard re-
moved. Fingers can get caught between belt
and pulley.
3. Do not overstress cables. Keep leather-gloved
hand on the cable for control when machine is
running. Overstressing cables because of an ob-
struction may cause twisting, kinking, or break-
ing of the cable and may result in serious injury.
4. Place the machine at a distance not greater
than two feet from the opening. Greater dis-
tances can result in cable twisting or kinking.
5. Machine is designed for ONE-PERSON op-
eration. Operator must control foot switch and
cable.
6. Do not operate machine in reverse (REV). Op-
erating machine in reverse can result in cable
damage and is used only to back cutting tool
out of an obstruction.
7. Keep hands away from rotating drum. Do not
reach into drum unless machine is unplugged.
Hand may be caught in the moving parts result-
ing in serious injury.
8. Be careful when cleaning drains where clean-
ing chemicals have been used. Avoid direct con-
tact with skin and eyes. Drain cleaning chemicals
can cause serious burns as well as damage the
cable.
9. Do not operate machine if operator or ma-
chine is standing in water. Will increase risk of
electrical shock.
10. Wear safety glasses and rubber soled, non-
slip shoes. Use of this safety equipment may pre-
vent serious injury.
11. Before starting each job, check that the
cable in the drum is not broken or kinked, by
pulling the cable out and checking for wear or
breakage. Always replace worn out (kinked or
broken) cables with genuine GENERAL replace-
ment cables.
12. Only use this tool in the application for
which it was designed. Follow the instructions
on the proper use of the machine. Other uses or
