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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear
are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-
resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses.
n SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It's safer than using your hand and
frees both hands to operate tool.
n DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools
sharp and clean for better and safer performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
n DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before
servicing, or when changing attachments, wheels,
bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected.
n AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is
off when plugging in.
n USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting wheel is unintentionally
contacted.
n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by
an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal
injury.
n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to
a complete stop.
n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask
if the cutting operation is dusty.
n PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation.
n DON'T ABUSE CORD. Never yank cord to disconnect
from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
n USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is
used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved
ground connection that are intended for use outdoors
and so marked.
n WHEELS COAST AFTER TURN OFF.
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's
manual carefully. Learn the cut-off machine's
applications and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this tool.
n GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY
PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED
SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges,
refrigerator enclosures.
n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. Never
operate the tool with any guard or cover removed.
Make sure all guards are operating properly before
each use.
n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES.
Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on.
n KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or
material on the machine while it is in operation.
n AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use
power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to
rain. Keep work area well lit.
n 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 while operating.
n MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks or
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
n DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and
safer at the feed rate for which it was designed.
n USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force tool or attachment
to do a job it was not designed for. Don't use it for a
purpose not intended.
n MAKE SURE YOUR EXTENSION CORD IS IN GOOD
CONDITION. When using an extension cord, be sure
to use one heavy enough to carry the current your
product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 14
is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less
in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage. The
smaller the gage number, the heavier the cord.
n DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, or jewelry. They can get caught and draw you