Craftsman 137.219100 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THE DRILL PRESS
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how to use your drill press.
A WARNING
To avoid mistakes that could cause serious injury, do not
plug the drill press in until you have read and understood
the following:
1'. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction
manual. LEARN the tool's applications, limitations, and
possible hazards.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. DON’T USE
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A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT.
Don't use power tools in damp or wet locations, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
4. DO NOT use power tools in the presence of flammable
liquids or gases.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents,
6. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at
a safe distance from the work area.
7. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
8. USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or the
attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
9. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other
jewelry which may get caught in moving parts.
Nonslip footwear is recommended. Wear protective
hair covering to contain long hair.
10. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK.
Drilling operation produces dust.
11. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, and when
changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters,
and the like.
12. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in “OFF" position before
plugging in.
13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the
owner’s manual for the recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of
injury to persons.
14. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS ANO WRENCHES.
From the habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before
turning “ON”.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER “OFF”. Don’t leave the tool until
it comes to a complete stop.
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16. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious ¡niLsry could occur
if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally
contacted.
17. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and
balance at all iirrses.
18. MAINTAIN TOOLS'WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp
and dean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
19. CHECK FOR 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 parís, 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 should be properly repaired or replaced,
20. MAKE WORKSHOP KID PROOF V;/ith padlocks, master
switches, or by removing starter keys.
21. DO NOT operate the too! if you are under the influence
of any drugs, alcohol or medication that could affect
your ability to use the tool properly.
22. Dust generated from certain materials can be
hazardous to your health. Always operate the drill
preis in a well-ventilated area and provide for proper
du§t removal. Use dust collection systems whenever
possible.
23. ALWAYS WEAR EYE
PROTECTION. Any drili pre.ss
can throw foreign objects into
the eyes which could cause
permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear Safety Goggles
(not glasses) that comply with
ANSI safety standard Z87.1. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses. They ARE NOT
safety glasses. Safety Goggles are available at Sears.
NOTE: Glasses or goggles not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 could seriously hurt you when they break.
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