beautypg.com

General safety information – RIDGID Dry Cut Saw User Manual

Page 4

background image

614 Dry Cut Saw

When operating a power tool outside, use an out-

door extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electrical shock.

Use only three-wire extension cords which have

three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole recep-
tacles which accept the machines plug.
Use of
other extension cords will not ground the tool and
increase the risk of electrical shock.

Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insuf-

ficient conductor size will cause excessive voltage
drop and loss of power.

Personal Safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use tool while tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medications.
A moment of inat-
tention while operating power tools may result in seri-
ous personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts.
Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF

before plugging in. Plugging in tools that have the
switch ON invites accidents.

Remove adjusting keys before turning the tool

ON. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotat-
ing part of the tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-

ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-

tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate con-
ditions.

Some dust created by power sanding,

sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the State of California to

Ridge Tool Company

2

General Safety Information

WARNING!

Read and understand all instructions. Failure

to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust.
Tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while

operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

Keep floors dry and free of slippery materials

such as oil. Slippery floors invite accidents.

Electrical Safety

Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet

properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs. Check with a quali-
fied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded.
If the tools should elec-
trically malfunction or break down, grounding pro-
vides a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces. There

is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.

Do not expose electrical tools to rain or wet con-

ditions. Water entering a tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.

Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to pull the

plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace dam-
aged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the
risk of electrical shock.

Grounding prong

Cover of

grounded

outlet box

Grounding prong

Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord

Nameplate

Amps

Total Length (in feet)

0 – 25

26 – 50

51 – 100

0 – 6

18 AWG

16 AWG

16 AWG

6 – 10

18 AWG

16 AWG

14 AWG

10 – 12

16 AWG

16 AWG

14 AWG

12 – 16

14 AWG

12 AWG

NOT RECOMMENDED

WARNING