GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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WARNING
For your own safety, read and understand all warnings
and operating instructions before using any tool
or equipment.
WARNING
Some dust created by operation of power tool contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well
ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment.
Always wear OSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face
mask or respirator when using such tools.
WARNING
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal
injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction
of a second can result in severe personal injury.
WORK PREPARATION
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing,
gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which
may get caught in moving parts of the tool.
• Nonslip protective footwear is recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety
glasses. Eye protection equipment should comply with
ANSI Z87.1 standards. Hearing equipment should
comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
• Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty.
• Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools
when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that
cause drowsiness.
WORK AREA PREPARATION
• Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas and
benches invite accidents.
• Work area should be properly lighted.
• Do not use the machine in a dangerous environment.
The use of power tools in damp or wet locations or in
rain can cause shock or electrocution.
• Never use in an explosive atmosphere. Normal sparking
of the motor could ignite fumes.
• Ground all tools. Three-prong plug should be plugged
directly into properly grounded, three-prong receptacle.
• Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood or if in doubt as to whether the tool is
properly grounded.
• Do not modify the plug provided. If it will not fit
the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
• Use the proper extension cord. Make sure your
extension cord is in good condition. It should have
grounding prong and should be of the correct gauge.
Inspect extension cords periodically and replace
if damaged.
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SAFETY RULES
• Keep children and visitors away. Your shop is a
potentially dangerous environment. Children and visitors
can be injured.
• Make your workshop childproof with padlocks, master
switches or remove switch keys to prevent any
unintentional use of power tools.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
• Turn the machine "OFF", and disconnect the machine
from the power source prior to inspection.
• Maintain all tools and machines in peak condition. Keep
tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
• Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
• Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any
other condition that may affect tool's operation.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk.
• Poorly maintained tools and machines can further
damage the tool or machine and/or cause injury.
• A guard or any other part that is damaged should be
repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs.
• When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
TOOL OPERATION
• Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in
the “OFF” position before plugging in.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on and off.
Have defective switches replaced.
• Use the right tool for your job. Do not force your tool or
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
• Don't force the workpiece on the machine. Damage to
the machine and/or injury may result.
• Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are
doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool
when you are tired. Do not rush.
• Disconnect saw before servicing, when changing cutting
wheels and cleaning.
• Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power
off, allow the wheel to come to a complete stop and
remove the switch key before leaving the tool.
• Do not overreach. Loss of balance can make you fall
into a working machine, causing injury.
• Never stand or have any part of your body in line with
the path of the wheel.
• Know your tool. Learn the tool’s operation, application
and specific limitations before using it.
• Keep hands away from cutting area. Keep hands away
from wheels. Do not reach underneath work or around
or over the wheel while wheel is rotating. Do not attempt
to remove cut material when wheel is moving. Wheel
coasts after being turned off.
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