SAFETY SYMBOLS
WARNING:
Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual,
including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION” before using
this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or
serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION. May be used in
conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment or
other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word “NOTICE,”
as in the example below:
NOTICE:
Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
WARNING:
To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified
service technician.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tools can result in foreign objects being thrown into
your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before
beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shield and a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with
side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1.
