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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR DUST COLLECTORS
WARNING:
Basic precautions should always be
followed when using your dust collector. To reduce the risk
of injury, electrical shock or fire, comply with the safety
rules listed below:
1.
READ and understand the instruction manual before
operating the dust collector.
2.
DO NOT leave the dust collector plugged into the
electrical outlet. Unplug dust collector from outlet when
not in use and before servicing, changing bags,
unclogging and cleaning.
3.
ALWAYS turn the power switch “OFF” before
unplugging the dust collector.
4.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces. Use for dry pickup only!
5.
FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including the
National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occupational
Safety and Health Regulations (OSHA). All electrical
connections and wiring should be made by qualified
personnel only.
6.
DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline. NEVER use the
dust collector near any flammable or combustible
liquids.
7.
USE the dust collector to pick up wood materials only.
DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up metal
shavings, dust, water, or parts.
8.
NEVER use the dust collector to dissipate fumes or
smoke. NEVER pick-up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
9.
USE only as described in this manual.
10.
DO NOT pull the dust collector by the power cord.
NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact with
sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease.
11.
DO NOT unplug the dust collector by pulling on the
power cord. ALWAYS grasp the plug, not the cord.
12.
DO NOT handle the plug or dust collector with wet
hands.
13.
REPLACE a damaged cord immediately. DO NOT use
a damaged cord or plug. If the dust collector is not
operating properly, or has been damaged, left outdoors
or has been in contact with water, return it to an
Authorized Service Center for service.
14.
DO NOT use the dust collector as a toy. DO NOT use
near or around children.
15.
DO NOT insert fingers or foreign objects into the dust
intake ports. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
body parts away from openings and moving parts of
the dust collector.
16.
DO NOT use the dust collector without a filter bag and
dust collection bag in place and properly secured.
17.
DO NOT operate the dust collector with unused dust
intake ports uncapped. ALWAYS cover exposed dust
intake ports.
18.
PERIODICALLY INSPECT dust and filter bags for
any cuts, rips or tears. NEVER operate the dust
collector with a damaged bag or vacuum hose.
19.
The dust collector is designed for home use or light
commercial duty ONLY!
20.
CONNECT dust collector to a properly grounded
outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
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