After opening the carton, unpack your new product and related parts & accessories.
Please inspect it carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Please
check it against the photograph on carton. If any parts are missing, please call customer
service at 1-800-426-1262 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. Pacific time.
WARNING! DO NOT operate this product if damaged during shipment, handling
or misuse. Do not operate the product until the parts have been replaced or the fault
rectified. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury or property damage. All
damaged parts must be repaired or replaced as needed prior to operating this product.
Check to see that all nuts, bolts and fittings are secure before putting this product into
service. If you have any questions, or require assistance with damaged or missing parts,
please contact our factory customer service department at: 1-800-426-1262.
Please have the serial number, model number, and date of purchase available for
reference when calling.
DANGER: Do not use product near gas, combustible or explosive materials.
1. Always use common sense and pay particular attention to all the DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE statements of this manual. The safety instructions
provided are not intended to cover all possible conditions and practices that may occur
when operating, maintaining and cleaning power tools.
2. Observe work area conditions. Do not use machines or power tools in damp or
wet locations. Don’t expose to rain or snow. Keep work area well lighted. Do not use
electrically powered tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids. Do not bring
combustible materials near the tools. Power tools create sparks, which may ignite the
dust or fumes. Do not immerse tool in liquids. Keep work area clean, well ventilated and
well lit. Cluttered work areas invite accidents.
3. Use personal protective equipment. Wear ANSI approved safety goggles. Protective
equipment such as dusk mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, heavy duty work gloves
or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
4. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating this product.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
5. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating
this tool. Do not use this product while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating this product may result in serious
personal injury. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across
running machines, hoses, cords, etc.
6. This product is not intended for use as a power source. Do not exceed electrical
rating of this product.
7. Work Safe. Operate tool a safe distance from yourself and others in the work area.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not overreach, especially on ladders.
Be certain ladders being used are sturdy, stable, on a firm surface and erected as safe
working angles. Do not reach over or across running machines, hoses, cords, etc.
8. Inspect tool before every use; do not use if parts are loose or damaged.
9. Do not alter, splice, repair or modify this product in any way.
10. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
11. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.
Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker
interference or pacemaker failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock.
12. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
earthed or grounded.
13. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
14. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the
power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or
entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. Always grasp plug, not cord, when
unplugging from an outlet.
15. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
16. Use power tool ONLY on adequately rated circuits to avoid overheating of
electrical systems.
17. Prevent accidental starting. Ensure switch is in the “OFF” position before
connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that
have the switch “ON” invites accidents.
18. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool
that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
19. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing, contact Performance Tool® for a replacement.
20. Disconnect the plug from the power source before any adjustments or changing
bulbs. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally. Unplug work light and any connected equipment when not in use.
