Craftsman 315.115033 - Manual (Page 3)

GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: Read and understand all Instruc­
tions. Failure to follow all Instructions listed
below may result In electric shock, fire 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 as In the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools may create
sparks which may Ignite the dust or fumes.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical Safety
■ Double Insulated tools are equipped 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
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eliminates the
need for the three-wire grounded power cord and
grounded power supply system.
■ 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.
■ 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, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords Immediately. Damaged
cords Increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outside, use an out­
door extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk
of electric shock.
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 jew­
elry. 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 be­
fore plugging In. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or plugging In tools that have the switch
on Invites accidents.
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that Is left attached
to a rotating part of the tool may result In personal
Injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool In unexpected situations.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
Tool Use and Care
■ Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Hold­
ing the work by hand or against your body is
unstable and may lead to loss of control.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your ap­
plication. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool 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 the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and 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 hazard­
ous when used on another tool.
Service
■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance per­
formed by unqualified personnel could result in a
risk of injury.