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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO:,698t731A. SearsTower. Chicago,IL 60684
general safety instructions for power tools
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner's manual and
labels affixed to the toot. Learn its application
and limitations as welt as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
This tool is equipped with an approved 3:
conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type
plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle.
The green conductor in the cord is the ground-
ing wire, Never connect the green wire to a live
terminal.
3_ KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
-- In working order, and in proper adjustment
and alignment,
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from tool
before turning it on.
5: KEEP WORK:AREA CLEAN
Cluttered: areas and benches invite accidents.
Floor must not be slippery due to wax or saw-
dust.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power toels in damp or wet locations
or expose them:to rain, Keep work area _well
lighted, Provide adequate surrounding work
space,
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors shoUfd be kept a safe distance from
work area,
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
-- with padlocks, master switches, or by re-
moving starter keys.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job it was
not designed for,
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, wristwatches) to get caught in
moving parts. NONSLIP footwear is recom-
mended. Wear protective hair covering to con-
tain long hair, Roli long sleeves above the
elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI
Z87.1) at alt times. Everyday eyeglasses only
have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT
safety glasses. Also. use face or dust mask if
cutting operation is dusty, and ear protectors
(plugs or muffs) during extended _er_ods of
operation.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practi-
cal. It's safer than using yoL_r hand, frees both
hands to operate tool,
14. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times,
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricatinq
and changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
before servicing; when changing accessories
such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before
plugging in.
18,_USE RECOMMEN DED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories, Foltow the instructions that
accompany the accessories, The use of im-
proper accessories may cause hazards,
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped
or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
Do not store materials above or near the tOO!
such that it is necessary to stand on the tool to
reach them,
20. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the tool. a guard or other
part that is damaged should be carefully check-
ed to ensure that it witl operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for align-
ment of moving parts, binding of moving parts.
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other con-
ditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced,
21. DIRECTION OF FEED
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the
direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes
to a complete stop.
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