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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
•Work area conditions. Cluttered
areas invite injuries.
•Additional work area conditions. Do
not use machines or power tools in
damp or wet locations. Do not expose
to rain. Keep work area well lit.
•Keep children away. Children must
never be allowed in the work area. Do
not let them handle machines, tools or
extension cords.
•Store idle equipment. When not in
use tools must be stored in a dry
location to inhibit rust. Always lock up
tools and keep them out of the reach
of children.
•Use the right tool for the job. Do not
attempt to force a small tool or
attachment to do the work of a larger
industrial tool. There are certain
applications for which this tool was
designed. It will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was
intended. Do not modify this tool and
do not use this tool for a purpose for
which it was not intended.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry as they can get
caught in moving parts. Protective,
electrically non-conductive clothing
and non-skid footwear are
recommended when working. Wear
restrictive hair covering to contain
long hair.
•Use eye protection. Always wear
ANSI-approved impact safety glasses
underneath a full-face shield during
use. Also wear heavy duty work
gloves.
•Do not over reach. Always keep
proper footing and balance. Do not
reach over or across running
machines.
•Maintain tools with care. Keep tools
sharp and clean for better and safer
performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
The handles must be kept clean, dry,
and free from oil and grease always.
•Remove adjusting keys and
wrenches. Check that the keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from
the tool or machine work surface
before starting work.
•Stay alert. Watch what you are doing.
Use common sense. Do not operate
any tool when you are tired.
•Check for damaged parts. Before
using any tool, any parts that appear
damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended
function. Any part that is damaged
should be replaced.
•Replacement parts and accessories.
When servicing use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other
parts will void the warranty. Only use
accessories intended for use with this
tool. Approved accessories are
available from our company.
•Do not operate tools if under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels on prescriptions to
determine if your judgment or
reflexes are impaired while taking
drugs.
