Product Manual

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WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WORK AREA
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
TOOL USE AND CARE
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
6. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check
with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance
path to carry electricity away from the user.
7. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change
the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for
the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply
system.
8. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with
grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigera-
tors. When making blind or plunge cuts, always check the work area
for hidden wires or pipes. Hold your tool by insulated nonmetal
grasping surfaces. Use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) to
reduce shock hazards.
9. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
10. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools
or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
11. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked W-A or W. These cords are rated
for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
12. Know your power tool. Read this manual carefully to learn your
power tool's applications and limitations as well as potential haz-
ards associated with this type of tool.
13. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
14. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. When working outdoors, wear rubber gloves
and insulated non-skid footwear. Keep hands and gloves away
from moving parts.
15. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before
plugging in. Do not use a tool if the power switch does not turn the
tool on and off. Do not carry a plugged-in tool with your finger on the
switch.
16. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning on the
tool. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the
tool may result in personal injury.
17. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool
in unexpected situations.
18. Use safety equipment. Everyone in the work area should wear
safety goggles or glasses with side shields complying with
current safety standards. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses. Wear hearing protec-
tion during extended use and a dust mask for dusty operations. Hard
hats, face shields, safety shoes, etc., should be used when speci-
fied or necessary. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
19. Keep guards in place and in working order.
20. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted.
21. Keep hands away from all cutting edges and moving parts.
22. Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support
the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
23. Do not force tool. Your tool will perform best at the rate for which
it was designed. Excessive force only causes operator fatigue,
increased wear and reduced control.
24. Use the right tool. Do not use a tool or attachment to do a job for
which it is not recommended. For example, do not use a circular
saw to cut tree limbs or logs. Do not alter a tool.
25. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
26. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained
persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
27. Never leave the tool running unattended. Turn power off. Do
not leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and
dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operat-
ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and
sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
4. Protect others in the work area from debris such as chips and
sparks. Provide barriers or shields as needed.
5. Make workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches, or
by removing starter keys.