Craftsman 152.213351 - Manual (Page 6)

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR DUST COLLECTORS
The operation of any Dust Collector can result in debris
being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. ALWAYS Wear Safety Goggles (that com­
ply with ANSI standard Z87.1) when operating the Dust
Collector. Safety Goggles are available at Sears Retail
Stores. Keep your thumbs and fingers away from intake
ports.
Basic precautions should always be followed when using
your dust collector. To reduce the risk of injury, electrical
shock or fire, comply with the safety rules listed below:
1. READ and understand the instruction manual
before operating the dust collector.
2. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE until it is
assembled and installed according to the instruc­
tions.
3. OBTAIN ADVICE FROM YOUR SUPERVISOR,
instructor, or another qualified person if you are not
familiar with the operation of this machine.
4. DO NOT leave the dust collector plugged into the
electrical outlet Unplug dust collector from the out­
let when not in use and before servicing, changing
bags, unclogging and cleaning.
5. ALWAYS turn the power switch "OFF" before
unplugging the dust collector.
6. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, do not use outdoors. Do not expose to
rain. Store indoors. Use only for dry pick up.
7. FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including
the National Electric Code (NEC) and the Occu­
pational Safety and Health Regulations (OSHA). All
electrical connections and wiring should be made
by qualified personnel only.
8. DO NOT handle the plug or dust collector with wet
hands.
9. DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up flam­
mable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline.
NEVER use the dust collector near any flammable
or combustible liquids.
10. USE the dust collector to pick up wood materials
only. DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up
metal shavings, metal dust, or parts.
11. NEVER use the dust collector to dissipate fumes or
smoke. NEVER pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. USE only as described in this manual. USE acces­
sories only recommended by Sears.
13. DO NOT pull the dust collector by the power cord.
NEVER allow the power cord to come in contact
with sharp edges, hot surfaces, oil or grease.
14. DO NOT unplug the dust collector by pulling on the
power cord. ALWAYS grasp the plug, not the cord.
15. DO NOT handle the plug or dust collector with wet
hands.
16. REPLACE a damaged cord immediately. DO NOT
use a damaged cord or plug. If the dust collector is
not operating properly, or has been damaged, left
outdoors or has been in contact with water, return it
to a Sears Service Center.
17. DO NOT use the dust collector as a toy. DO NOT
use near or around children.
18. DO NOT insert fingers or foreign objects into the
dust intake port. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all body parts away from openings and moving
parts of the dust collector.
19. DO NOT use the dust collector without the dust
collection bag in place and properly secured.
20. ALWAYS use safety gates or caps to cover dust
ports when the dust collector is not in use or
mounted to a supporting surface for storage.
21. PERIODICALLY INSPECT dust bag for any cuts,
rips or tears. NEVER operate the dust collector with
a damaged bag or vacuum hose.
22. The dust collector is designed for home use or light
commercial duty ONLY.
23. CONNECT dust collector to a properly grounded
outlet only. See grounding instructions.
24. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe
and proper operation of this product is available
from the National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake
Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201 in the Accident Pre­
vention Manual for Industrial Operation and also in
the Safety Data Sheets provided by the NSC.
Please also refer to the American National Stand­
ards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety Requirements for
Woodworking Machinery and the U.S. Department
of Labor OSHA 1910.213 Regulations.
25. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them
frequently and use them to instruct other users.