Harbor Freight Tools 40939 - Detailed Safety Guidelines; Work Area and Equipment Safety; Personal Safety and Operation

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2. OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly
lit locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically
powered equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not
let them handle machines, tools, or equipment.
4. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry
location to inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
5. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate
for which it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to
exceed the tool’s capacities.
6. USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which
it was not intended.
7. DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught
in moving parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering
to contain long hair. Always wear appropriate work clothing.
8. USE EYE, EAR AND BREATHING PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI approved
impact safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an
ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and
chemical dusts and mists. Use ANSI approved ear protection when working in a
loud or noisy environment.
9. DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Protect the power cord from damage,
either from impacts, pulling or corrosive materials. Do not yank machine’s cord to
disconnect it from the receptacle.
10. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not
reach over or across running machines.
11. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and
safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect power cord periodically and, if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized
technician. Inspect all hydraulic seals for leaks prior to use. Control handle and
power switch must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.
12. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Be sure that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before operation.
13. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure that you are prepared to begin work
before turning the start switch on.
14. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Do not operate this machine when you
are tired.