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1. Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own
cord. Contact with a "live" wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool
"live" and shock the operator.
2. 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 loss of control.
3. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE before making ad-
justments or changing bits.
4. TIGHTEN COLLET NUT securely to prevent the bit from slipping.
5. USE A CLAMP or some other device to hold the workpiece rigidly in
position.and clear the path of the tool of obstructions.
6. PROVIDE CLEARANCE under workpiece for router bit when through-
cutting.
7. CHECK TO SEE THAT THE CORD will not “hang up” during routing
operation.
8. CLEAR THE ROUTER BIT AREA before starting motor.
9. MAINTAIN FIRM GRIP on router to resist starting torque.
10. KEEP HANDS CLEAR OF BIT when motor is running to prevent personal
injury.
11. KEEP CUTTING PRESSURE CONSTANT. Do not overload motor.
12. LET THE MOTOR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP before putting the tool
down.
13. NEVER TOUCH router bits after use. They may be extremely hot.
14. NEVER TIGHTEN COLLET NUT without a bit.
15. DO NOT USE ROUTER BITS with a diameter in excess of 2-1/2" at RPM
above 13,000. Router bits up to 3-1/2" in diameter can be used when
speed control is set for 13,000 RPM or less.
16. ALWAYS KEEP CHIP SHIELD clean and in place.
17. AVOID “CLIMB-CUTTING” (see “Using The Router” section in this manual).
“Climb-cutting” increases the chance for loss of control resulting in possible
personal injury.
18. DO NOT HAND-HOLD THE ROUTER IN AN UPSIDE-DOWN OR HORI-
ZONTAL POSITION. The motor can separate from the base if not properly
attached according to the instructions.
19. Wear eye and hearing protection. Always use safety glasses.
Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. USE CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT. Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1
standards. Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3.19 standards.
20. Use of this tool can generate and disburse dust or
other airborne particles, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust
and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and body. Always
operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal.
Use dust collection system wherever possible. Exposure to the dust may
cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury, including silicosis
(a serious lung disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing the dust, and
avoid prolonged contact with dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth
or eyes, or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material.
Always use properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with soap
and water.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
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