GENERAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to
the tool. Learn its application and limitations as well as its
specific potential hazards.
2. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Make sure the
floor is clean and not slippery.
3. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don’t use in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Keep
work area well lit and provide adequate surrounding work space.
4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
5. USE RIGHT TOOL.
Don’t force the tool or the attachment to do a job for which it was
not designed.
6. WEAR PROPER APPAREL.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
watch) because they could get caught in moving parts. Non-slip
footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.
7. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Always wear safety glasses (ANSI Z87.1). Everyday eye-glasses
only have impact resistant lenses, thet are
NOT
safety glasses.
8. DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9. MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE.
Keep tools clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
10. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Consult the manual for recommended accessories. Follow the
instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of
improper accessories may cause hazards.
11. NEVER STAND ON TOOL.
Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not store
materials such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to reach
them.
12. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other parts that are
damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that they will
operate properly and perform their intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and
any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other parts that are damaged should be properly repaired or
replaced.
