Craftsman 836.27233 - Manual (Page 3)

SAFETY
GENERAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
A WARNING
Do not attempt to operate this tool until
you have read and thoroughly
understand all instructions, safety
rules, etc., contained in this manual.
Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock, or serious
personal injury. Save this owner’s
manual and review it frequently for
continuing safe operation and instructing
possible third-paiiy users.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered work areas and benches
invite injuries.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL
SHOCK. Be sure your body does
not come in contact with grounded
surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, refrigerators, etc.
3. AVOID DANGEROUS WORK AREA
ENVIRONMENT. Do not use power
tools in damp or wet locations. Keep
work area well lit. Do not expose
power tools to rain. Do not use
power tools in the presence of
flammable liquids or gases.
4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors
should wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and be
kept a safe distance from work area.
Do not let visitors come in contact
with tool or extension cords.
5. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in
use, store tools in a high, dry
location that can be locked,
KEEP THEM OUT OF THE REACH
OF CHILDREN.
6. DONT FORCE THE TOOL It will do
the job better and safer if used at
the rate for which it was designed.
7. USETHERIGHTTOOL. Donotuse
a too! for a purpose it was not
intended. For example, do not force
a small tool or attachment to do the
job of a heavy-duty tool.
8. ALWAYSWEAR SAFETY GOGGLES
or safety glasses with side shields
when using power tools.
Also use
a face mask or dust mask if the job
is dusty.
9. DON’T ABUSE TOOL POWER
CORD. Never carry the tool by the
cord or yank the cord to disconnect
it from the wall. Keep the cord away
from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
10. SECURE WORK. Whenever
possible, use clamps or a vise to
hold the work. It’s safer than using
your hands and it frees both hands
to use ii ic luoi.
11. DONT OVERREACH. Keep proper
footing and balance; make sure
your footing is stable.
12. KEEP TOOL WELL MAINTAINED.
Follow instructions for lubricating
and changing accessories. When
applicable, keep tool sharp and
clean. Inspect cord frequently and
have damaged parts repaired by a
Sears'service center. Keep tool
handle and housing clean, dry and
free of grease and oil. Never use
strong solvents or petroleum-based
products to clean tool.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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