Porter-Cable 7814 - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using electric appliances, always follow basic
safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury,
including the following:
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE,
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only (See Grounding
Instructions).
2. Do not leave the appliance when it is connected to a power source.
Unplug it from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
3. Do not expose the appliance to rain. Store it indoors. This action will
reduce the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy. Pay close attention
when the appliance is used by children, or when children are nearby.
5. Use this appliance ONLY as described in the manual. Use only
recommended attachments from Porter-Cable.
6. Do not use this appliance with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance
is not working correctly, or if it has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped in water, return it to a service center.
7. Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a
handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces.
8. Do not unplug this appliance by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
9. Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
10. Do not put any objects into the openings of the appliance. Do not use
the appliance with any opening blocked. Keep all openings free of dust,
lint, hair, or anything else that may reduce air flow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body parts away from the
openings and moving parts.
12. Turn off all controls before unplugging appliance.
13. Use extra care when using the appliance on stairs.
14. Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline, or use the appliance in areas where flammable or
combustible liquids are present.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking (cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes).
16. Do not pick up anything that contains lead-based paint debris.
17. Do not use this appliance without a dust bag and/or filters in place.
18. Some wood contains preservatives which can be toxic. Take extra care to
prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with these materials.
Request and follow any safety information available from your material
supplier.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!