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WARNING! ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
When using electric tools, machines or
equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas
1.
invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the
2.
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.
3.
Distraction can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
1.
and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power
2.
tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug
3.
from an outlet. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Replace the damaged cords immediately if you found one. The
damaged cords will increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use outdoor extension cords marked
4.
“W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for outdoor use and so can reduce the
risk of electric shock.
Ensure the extension cord you use is of sufficient gauge for its length.
5.
Recommended Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cords
Amps
from Tool
Nameplate
7.62 m
(25')
long
15.24 m
(50')
long
22.86 m
(75')
long
30.48 m
(100')
long
45.72 m
(150')
long
60.96 m
(200')
long
0 - 5 amps
16 ga.
16 ga.
16 ga.
14 ga.
12 ga.
12 ga.
5.1 - 8 amps
16 ga.
16 ga.
14 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not
Use
8.1 - 12 amps
14 ga.
14 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
12.1 - 15
amps
12 ga.
12 ga.
10 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
15.1 - 20
amps
10 ga.
10 ga.
10 ga.
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
Do Not
Use
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating
1.
a power tool. Do not use the 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
2.
your hair, clothing and gloves away from the moving parts because loose
clothes, jewelry and long hair can be caught in the moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in .Carrying
3.
tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch
on will invite accidents.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS