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• Be alert of your surroundings.
Using power tools in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to cutting tools
and rotating parts.
PERSONAL SAFETY
• Stay alert,
watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are 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, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts. Air vents often cover moving parts and
should be avoided.
• Use safety apparel and equipment.
Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields which comply with current
national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use as dust mask in dusty work conditions. This applies to all persons
in the work area. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when
appropriate.
• Avoid accidental starting.
Do not carry the power tool with your finger on the switch. Ensure the switch is in the off
position before plugging tool into power outlet. In the event of a power failure, while a tool is being used, turn the switch off
to prevent surprise starting when power is restored.
• Do not overreach.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches
before connecting to the power supply or turning on the tool. A wrench or key that
is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Use safety equipment.
Non-skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable
conditions. Wear heavy-duty work gloves during use, as well as a dusk mask in dusty conditions.
Always wear eye protection.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles.
Always wear hearing protection when using the tool.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may
cause hearing loss.
Tool use and care
• Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against the body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
• Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
the tool.
• Maintain the tool with care.
Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean. A properly maintained tool with sharp cutting edges
reduces the risk of binding and is easier to control.
