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General instructions for all power tools (continued)
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Use recommended accessories. Consult the operator’s manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
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Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the blade is
unintentionally contacted.
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Direction of feed. Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction or rotation of the
blade or cutter only.
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Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
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Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding or moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other
part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center
to avoid risk of personal injury.
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Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation.
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Keep tools dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.
Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool.
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PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty.
WARNING
- Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
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Lead from lead-based paints
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Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products
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Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from
These exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To re-duce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
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Guard against electrical shock by preventing body contacting with grounded surfaces. For
example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
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Inspect tool cords and extension cords periodically and, if damaged, have repaired by a
qualified service technician. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it away from
the rotating wheel.
