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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down. 1. An exposed cutter may
engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury.
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece 2.
to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. 3. These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Maintain a safe working environment. 4. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
When using a handheld power tool, always maintain a firm grip on the tool 5.
with both hands to resist starting torque.
Avoid unintentional starting. 6. Make sure you are prepared to begin work before
plugging in the tool. Set the Depth Adjustment Knob (24) to the P (park) position
after using tool.
Keep the extension cord away from moving parts on the tool.7.
Never leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. 8.
Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
Remove all foreign objects, such as nails or metal fragments, from the work-9.
piece before planing. Do not use to plane non-wood materials.
CAUTION; knives are very sharp and are double-edged! 10. Wear heavy-duty
leather work gloves at all times when working on or near a knife.
Never try to clear dust chute with item plugged in or moving. 11. Do not try to use
your finger to clear the chute.
Confirm that dust chute is directed towards bag or dust collection system (not 12.
included) before use. Do not use without a dust bag or dust collection system.
Verify that knife retaining screws are securely pressed against the knife drum, 13.
holding the knife firmly in place before use. Also, confirm that the knives are
properly aligned.
Start tool off of workpiece. 14. Allow tool to reach full speed. Observe for vibration
or noise indicating unbalanced knives. If noted, remedy before use.
Change both knives at once. 15. Changing knives individually could result in imbal-
ance.
People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before using this 16.
product. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause