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14. DRESS PROPERLY.
Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry; they can be caught in
moving parts. Protective, non-electrically conductive gloves and non-skid foot-
wear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair and keep it from harm.
15. USE EYE PROTECTION.
Use a full-face mask
if the work you’re doing produc-
es metal filings, dust or wood chips.
Goggles are acceptable in other situations.
Wear a clean dust mask if the work involves creating a lot of fine or coarse
dust.
16. SECURE WORK.
Use clamps or a vise to hold the work. It’s safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands to operate the tool.
17. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across machines that are running.
18. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE.
Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and safe performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry,
clean and free from oil and grease.
19. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Be sure the switch is in the
OFF
position
before plugging in.
20. ALWAYS CHECK AND MAKE SURE TO REMOVE ANY ADJUSTING KEYS
OR WRENCHES
before turning the tool on. Left attached, these parts can fly
off a rotating part and result in personal injury.
21. DO NOT USE THE TOOL IF IT CANNOT BE SWITCHED ON OR OFF.
Have
your tool repaired before using it.
22. DISCONNNECT THE PLUG FROM POWER BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS.
Changing attachments or accessories can be dangerous if
the tool could accidentally start.
23. STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing & use common sense. Don’t operate
any tool when you are tired.
24. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS.
Before using this tool, any part that is dam-
aged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding
of moving parts, breakage of parts, mountings, and other conditions that may
affect its operation. Inspect screws and tighten any ones that are loose. Any
part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center unless otherwise indicated elsewhere in the instruction manual.
Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. Don’t use
the tool if switch does not turn it on and off properly.
25. REPLACEMENT PARTS.
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
26. SERVICE AND REPAIRS
should be made by qualified repair technicians at an
authorized repair centre. Improperly repaired tools could cause serious shock
or injury.
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HANDLE ROUTER BITS WITH CARE.
The tungsten carbide cutters are
especially brittle.
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BEFORE OPERATION,
examine each bit carefully for chips, cracks, or
damage. Replace the bit if a flaw is found.
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AVOID CUTTING INTO NAILS.
Check the workpiece to make sure it’s free
of nails.
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HOLD THE ROUTER IN BOTH HANDS WITH A FIRM, TIGHT GRIP.
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ALWAYS KEEP YOUR HANDS AWAY FROM THE ROTATING
COMPONENTS.
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MAKE SURE THAT THE BIT DOES NOT TOUCH ANY WORKPIECE
BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE TOOL.
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RUN THE ROUTER IDLE FOR A WHILE BEFORE CONTACTING THE
WORKPIECE,
and watch for any wobble of the bit caused by improper
installation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ROUTERS
