ThepurposeofsafetysymbolsIstoattractyourattentiontopossibledangers,Thesafetysymbols,and
theexplanationswiththem,deserveyourcarefulattentionand understanding. The safety warnings do
not by themselves eliminate any danger, The Instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for
proper a©old<mt prevention measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
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SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL:
Indicateswamingorcaution.May be usedinconjunctionwithothersymbolsorpictographs.
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WARNING: Failureto obeya safetywarningcanresultinsedousinjurytoyourselfortoothers.
Alwaysfoltowthesafety precautionsto reducethe dskof fire,eldctdcshockandpersonalinjury.
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CAUllON: Failure to obey a safety warning may result in properly damage or personal injury to
yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the dsk oftire, electric shock
and pemonai injury.
NOTE: Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance ofthe equipment.
_ WARNING: Do not attempt tooperate this tool B
until you have read thoroughly and understand
completely all instructions, safety rules, etc.
contained in this manual. Failure tocomply can
reautt in accidents involving tire, electdc shock,
or serious personal _nJury.Save owner's manual M
and review frequently for continuing safe
operation, and instructing others who may use
this toot.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
m KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL Read owner's
manual carefully. Learn its applications and
limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards related to this tool.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK by
preventing body contact with grounded surfaces.
For example: Pipes, radiators, ranges, refdgera-
tot e_ures.
B KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
B AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT, Don_
use power tool in damp or wet locations or
expose to rain. Keep work area waif lit.
KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All
visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a
safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors
contact tool or extension cord.
n STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use tools
should be stored in a dry and high or locked-up
place - out of the reach ofchildren.
B DON'T FORCE TOOL. Itwilldothejob better
and saferattherate forwhichitwas designed.
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USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or
attachment to do the job of a heavy duty tool.
Don't use tool for purpose not intended - for
example - A circutar saw should never be used
for cuffing tree limbs or logs.
WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear Icose
clothing or jewelry that can get caught in tool's
moving parts and cause personal iniury. Rubber
gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended
when working outdoors, Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair and keep itfrom
being drawn into nearby air vents,
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses;
they are NOT safety glasses.
PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear aface mask or
dust mask if operation is dusty,
PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear headng
protectionduringextendedpadedsof operation,
SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold
work. It's safer than using your hand and itfrees
both bends tooperate tool.
DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. Do not use on a ladder or
unstable support,
MAIN-LAIN TOOLS WiTH CARE. Keep tools
sharp at all times, and clean for best and safest
pedormance. Follow instructions for lubr;coting
and changing accessories.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND
WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on,