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PERSONAL SAFETY
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• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating near power
tools. Do not use tools while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medications.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
• 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.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF before plugging in. Carrying tools with
your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.
• Always use safety equipment and wear eye protection.
• Dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection should be used for
appropriate conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
• Disconnect electrical plugs from the power source before making any tool adjustments to
reduce the risk of inadvertent tool starts.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Always inspect tools for conditions that may affect operation. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained tools.
• Keep tool handles clean, dry and free from oil or grease to allow for better control
of the tool.
• 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 adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity
away from the user.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if
your body is grounded.
• Don’t expose electrical tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a tool will increase the
risk of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse cords! Never use the cord to 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 electrical shock.
• 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 electrical shock.
• Use only three-wire extension cords which have three-prong grounding plugs and
three-pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Use of other extension cords will not
ground the tool and increase the risk of electrical shock.
• Dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection should be used for
appropriate conditions.
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