General Safety Instructions For Power Tools - Craftsman 113.213170 Owner's Manual

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON CRAFTSMAN DRILL
PRESS
If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Drill Press fails due to a defect
in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SER-
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL
Read and understand the owner's manual and
labels affixed to the tool. Learn its applicationand
limltabons as well as the specificpotentialhazards
pecuhar to this tool.
2. GROUND ALL TOOLS
This toolisequipped with an approved3-conductor
cord and a 3-prong groundingtype plug to fit the
proper groundingtype receptacle.The green con-
ductor in the cord is the groundingwire. Never
connectthe green wire to a live terminal.
3. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
in working order, and in proper adjustment and
alignment.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and
adjustingwrenches are removed from tool before
turningit on.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
Clutteredareas and benchesinviteaccidents.Floor
must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.
6, AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locationsor
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Provide adequate surroundingwork space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
work area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
With padlocks, master switches,by removingstar-
ter keys, or storing tools where children.can'tget
them.
9. DON'T FORCE TOOL
It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tools or attachment to do a job it was
not designed for.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or
jewelry (rings,wrist watches) to get caughtinrnov-
ing parts. NONSLIP footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair coveringto contain long hair.
Roll long sleeves above the elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (HEAD PROTECTION)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI
Z87.1) at all times. Everyday eyeglasses are not
safety glasses. They only have impact resistant
lenses. Also, use face or dust mask if cutting oper-
at=on is dusty, and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)
during extended periods of operation.
13. SECURE WORK
Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
It frees both hands to operate tool.
14. DON'T OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
15. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories.
16. DISCONNECT TOOLS
Before servicing; when changing accessories such
as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
17. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plug-
ging in.
18. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended ac-
cessories. Follow the instructions that accompany
the accessories. The use of improper accessories
may cause hazards.
19. NEVER STAND ON TOOL OR ITS STAND
Serious iniury could occur if the tool is tipped or if
the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do not
store materials above or near the tool such that it
is necessary to stand on the tool or its stand to
reach them.
20. 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.
21. DIRECTION OF FEED
Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direc-
t,on of rotation of the blade or cutter only.
22. NEVER LEAVETOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
Turn power off. Don't leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.