Power Tool Safety - Craftsman 183.172540 Owner's Manual

[_ WARNING--]
Before using your cutting tool, it is critical
that you read and understand these safety
rules. Failure to follow these rules could
result in serious injury to you or damage to
the cutting tool
Good safety practices are a combination of common
sense, staying alert and understanding how to use your
power tool. To avoid mistakes that could cause serious
thjuty, do not pJug in your cuing tooJuntil you have read
and understoo_ the follOWing safety rules:
READ and become familiar with this entire Owner's
Manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations and
possible hazards.
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LOOkfor this symbo_that identifies important safety
precautions. It means CAUTIONI BECOME ALERTt,
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVEDI
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION. Any power tool
can throw foreign objects into your eyes
which cOUldcause permanent eye
damage. ALWAYS wear safety goggles
(not glasses) that comply with ANSI
safety standard Z87.1. Everyday
glasses have only impact resistant lenses. *l_hey ARE
NOT safety glasses. Safety goggles are available at
Sears.
IA,WARN'NGI
Glasses or goggles not in compliance with ANSI
Z87,1 could cause serious injury when they break.
WORK AREA
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gasses or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may lgntte the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while
operating the tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use the toot while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools mey result in serious
person_ injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing.
jewelry or long hair can be caught In moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Re sure switch is OFF
before plugging in. Carting too_swith your finger on
the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON
invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool ON. A wrench or key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the toct in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to Jossof control.
Do not force the tool Uae the correct tool for your
application. The correct tooI will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use the tool it the switch does not turn it ON
or OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlledwith the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idfa toots out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
Maintain tools with care, Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Preper/y maintained cutting tools with sharp
cuttingedges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained too!s.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model Accessories that maybe
suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used
on another tool
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFERENCE