Craftsman 315.279840 - Manual (Page 3)

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
A WARNING: Read and understand all Instruc­
tions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below,
may result In electric shock, Are and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA
■ Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo­
spheres, such ss in №e presence of flammablB liq­
uids, gases, or dust Power Cools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes,
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a pcwer tool. Distractions can cause you to
iose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
■ Double insulated tools ars squippsd with a polar­
ized plug {one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug,
if it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician
to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug
in any way. Double insulation (□] eliminates the need
for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
■ Avoid body contactwith grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radators, ranges, and refrigerators. There
Is an Increased risk of electric shock if your body Is
grounded.
■ Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet Keep cord
away from heat, oil, ^arp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked ‘W-A" or “W". These cords
are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric
^ock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com­
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious 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. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or pkjggírrg in tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the toot on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in persona! injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the too) in unexpected situations.
■ Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
■ Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
■ Do not use on a ladder or unstable support Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure end
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to toss of control.
■ Do not force tod. Use the correct tool for your ap­
plication. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate tor which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
Any too) that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures
reduce tine risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of tiie reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrain^ users.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cut­
ting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control,
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
tireakage of parts, end any other condition that
may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using.
Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
H Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or any strong solvents to dean your
tool. Fdtowlng this rule wilt reduce the risk of loss of
control and detwioration of the enclosure plastic.