Craftsman 172.26729 - Manual (Page 4)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
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WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If damaged replace
immediately. Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged
area could cause electrical shock, resulting in serious injury.
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4. AVOID body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
5. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions or use power tools in wet
or damp locations. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
6. INSPECT tool cords for damage. Have damaged tool cords repaired at a Sears
Service Center. BE SURE to stay constantly aware of the cord location and keep it well
away from the moving blade.
7. DO NOT abuse the cord. NEVER use the cord to carry the tool by or to pull the
plug from the outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY cont.
EXTENSION CORDS
Use a proper extension cord. ONLY use cords listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
Other extension cords can cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in a loss of power and
overheating of tool. For this tool an AWG (American Wire Gauge) size of a least 14-gauge
is recommended for an extension cord of 25- ft. or less in length. Use 12-gauge for an
extension cord of 50-ft.
Extension cords 100-ft. or longer are not recommended.
Remember, a smaller wire gauge size has greater capacity than a larger number
(14-gauge wire has more capacity than 16-gauge wire; 12-gauge wire has more capacity
than 14-gauge). When in doubt use the smaller number. When operating a power tool
outdoors, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are rated for
outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
! CAUTION: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the
cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools or other obstructions while
you are working with a power tool.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS cont.
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SERVICE SAFETY
1. If any part of this planer is missing or should break, bend, or fail in any way;
or should any electrical component fail to perform properly: SHUT OFF the
power switch and remove the planer’s plug from the power source and have the
missing, damaged or failed parts replaced BEFORE resuming operation.
2. Tool service must be performed only at a Sears Service Center. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
3.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
instructions in the maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of
electric shock or injury.
SAFETY SYMBOLS FOR YOUR TOOL
V.......................................................................Volts
A......................................................................Amps
Hz....................................................................Hertz
W.....................................................................Watts
min..................................................................Minutes
....................................................................Alternating current
.................................................................Direct current
n
o
....................................................................No-load speed
....................................................................Class II construction, Double Insulated
.../ min..............................................................Revolutions or Strokes per minute
.....................................................................Indicates danger, warning or caution.
It means attention! Your safety is involved.
The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
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SAFETY RULES FOR PLANERS
1. ALWAYS use both hands when using the planer. Hold the front handle with your
left hand and the rear handle with your right hand.
2. Operate the planer with the chip chute exhaust turned so it points away from your
face and eyes.
3. To insure control, ALWAYS support your workpiece so the cut will be on your
right.
4.
ALWAYS clamp the workpiece securely so it will not move when making the cut.
5. DO NOT use dull or damaged blades. Bent blades can break easily, or cause
kickback resulting in loss of control and serious injury.
6.
ALWAYS hold the planer so the blades DO NOT come in contact with the
workpiece until you have squeezed the trigger switch and the planer has started.
Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Keep both
hands on the planer (rear handle and front handle). If both hands are holding
the planer, the blade cannot cut them.
DANGER
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