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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using this machine.
SAFETY RULES FOR ALL TOOLS
As with all power tools there is a certain amount
of hazard involved. Use this machine with the
respect and caution demanded as far as safe-
ty precautions are concerned. This will lessen
considerably the possibility of personal injury.
However, if normal safety precautions are
overlooked or completely ignored, personal
injury to the operator can develop.
There are also certain applications for which
this tool was designed. We strongly recom-
mend that this tool not be modified and/ or
used for any application other than that for
which it was designed. If you have any ques-
tions relative to its application do not use the
tool until you have written us and we have ad-
vised you.
Know your power tool. Read the Owner's Man-
ual carefully. Learn the tools applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to it.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjust-
ing wrenches are removed from the tool be-
fore turning it on.
Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
Avoid dangerous environment. Don't use power
tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Don't force tool. It will do the job better and be
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Use the right tool. Do not force the tool or an at-
tachment to do a job it was not designed for.
Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, such
as gloves, neckties, or jewelry should be worn
that could get caught in the machine's moving
parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair .
Avoid accidental starting. Make sure switch is in
"OFF" position before plugging in cord.
Use safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eye-
glasses only have impact resistant lenses,
they are not safety glasses .
Don’t overreach. Keep your proper footing and
balance at all times.
Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest perfor-
mance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
Disconnect tools before servicing and when
changing accessories such as cutters, bits,
arbors, adapters, collets , and abrasive belt.
Use recommended accessories. Consult the
Owner’s Manual for recommended acces-
sories. The use of improper accessories may
cause risk of injury to persons.
Never stand on tool. Serious injury could oc-
cur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is
accidentally contacted. ·Check for damaged
parts. Before further use of the tool, any part
that is damaged should be carefully checked
to ensure that it will operate property and
perform its intended function. Check for align-
ment of moving parts, mounting, and/ or any
other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced immediately.
Direction of feed. Feed work into a cutter or bit
against the direction of rotation of the cutter or
bit only.
Never leave tool running unattended - turn
power off. Don’t leave the tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
Drugs, Alcohol, Medication. Do not operate this
or any other tool while under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or any medication.
