Craftsman SP5373 Owner's Manual page 4

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AFETY INSTRUCTIONS :FOR: POWER TOOLS
1. KNOWYOUR TOOL
Read and undersiarid owner's manual and labels
3tt_xed to the tOOl [:.earn its appiicalion and limita-
nuns as welt as its(specffic potenl.iat hazards pec,
uafiar tolhis tOoL
2, _ GROUND THE TOOL
This Io01 is equipped with an approved 3-conductor
cord and a 3prong grounding type plug to tit the
proper grounding type receptacle The green con
ductor in the cord is the grounding wire Never
connect the green wire 1o a live terminai.
3. KEEP GUARDS tN PLACE
- in working Order. and in proper adjustment and
alignment:
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjust.
ing wrenches are removed from loci before turn_ng
qton.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas andbenchesfnvite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust,
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain. Keep work area welt lighted.
Provide adequate surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
A!I visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area,
B, MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD*PROOF
-- with padlocks, master switches, or by remowng
starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED
This loci will do the job better and safer when oper_
ated atthe proper speed.
10; USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job 1or which
itwas not designed.
1t. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, wristwalches) to gel caught in moving
pans. Non-slip footwear =s recommended. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair. Roll
long sleeves above the elbow.
12. USESAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
: :: wear safety goggles (mUstcomply with ANSI Z87.1 )
at all times., Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. Also.
use lace or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty,
and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)during extended
periods or operation
13. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS
Before servicing, when changing accessories or at-
tachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plug-
ging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that accom-
pany the accessories. The use of improper acces-
sories may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious injury could occur If t he tool tips over. Donut
store materials such that it is necessary to stand on
the tool to reach them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
ensure that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check for alignment of moving
parts, binding or moving parts, breakage oF parts.
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNAT-
TENDED
Turn power "OFF". Don't leave Dust Collection
System until it comes to a complete stop.
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