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General Safety Instructions
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
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 atmospheres, 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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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 outlet
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. Applicable only to Class I
(grounded) tools.
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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 insulation
eliminates the
need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power
supply system. Applicable only to Class II (double insulated)
tools. The DW368 and DW369 are double insulated tools.
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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 conditions. 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
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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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.
Minimum Gage for Cord Sets
Volts
Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V
0-25
26-50
51-100
101-150
240V
0-50
51-100
101-200
201-300
Ampere Rating
More
Not more
AWG
Than
Than
0 -
6
18
16
16
14
6 -
10
18
16
14
12
10-
12
16
16
14
12
12-
16
14
12
Not Recommended
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 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
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR
ANY D
E
WALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT:
1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)
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