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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING! Read all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and / or serious injury. When using electric tools, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and personal injury.
Read the following rules for safe operation before use. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1.
WORK AREA: Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust.
Power 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.
2.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY: 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 insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded
power cord and grounded power supply system. 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.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electrical shock.
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 immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside,
use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W".
These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
3.
PERSONAL SAFETY: 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 inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. 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 in tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or switches before
turning tool on.
A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
WARNING
- Disconnect the tool from the power source before making adjustments, doing tool maintenance, clearing jams, touching the safety yoke, leaving work area,
loading, or unloading the tool. Such precautionary measures reduce the risk of injury to persons. Use only those fasteners listed in the Accessories section of this manual. Fasteners not identified for use with this tool by the tool
manufacturer are able to result in a risk of injury to persons or tool damage when used in this tool. Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or
not.
WARNING - Do not nail on top of another nail. This is able to cause the nail to be deflected and hit someone, or cause the tool to react and result in a risk of injury to persons.
WARNING
- Remove finger from the trigger when not driving fasteners. Never carry the tool with finger on trigger, the tool is able to fire a fastener.
4.
TOOL USE AND CARE: Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
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 was designed.
Do not use tool if the 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 before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventative safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.
Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
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.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tools serviced before using.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model
. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool.
5.
SERVICE: Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the maintenance section of this manual.
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
