Safety Rules For Sanders - Craftsman 172.11625 Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES FOR SANDERS
1. NEVER use this or any power sander for wet sanding or liquid
polishing. Failure to follow this rule will increase the risk of electrical shock
ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Z_WARNING:
BE SURE to read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
1. Know your power tool. Read operator's manual carefully. Learn the
applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards
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related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire or serious injury,
2. ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this sander.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are
NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
3. ALWAYS protect your lungs.Wear a face mask or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
4. ALWAYS protect your hearing, Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
5. ALWAYS inspect the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them
repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center or other qualified
Service Facility. ALWAYS be aware of the cord location. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
6. ALWAYS check for damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a
guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to
determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. A guard
or other part that Is damaged, should be properly repaired or replaced
at an qualified Service Center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire or serious injury.
7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tools or pull
the plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock or fire.
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