Harbor Freight Tools Drillmaster 2 HP Fixed Base Router 68341 - Manual (Page 4)

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11. Do not lay the Router down until it has
stopped rotating completely.
12. Hold the Router firmly when starting, as
startup rotation creates significant torque.
13. Hold the Router firmly while cutting. The action of the
bit against the workpiece can cause it to “kick out”,
jumping rapidly away from the workpiece. This can
be caused by an improper type of bit, or a dull bit.
14. Do not handle the Router bit immediately
after cutting. It may be very hot,
potentially causing burns or injury.
15. Avoid overloading the tool. If the speed
drops abnormally, decrease the pressure on
the bit immediately. Do not apply excessive
pressure to the router while cutting.
16. Always use sharpened bits. If the bit stops
abruptly, or the bit becomes blocked, remove
the Router from the workpiece and shut it off.
17. Do not start the Router while the bit is in
contact with the workpiece. Allow the tool
to reach its normal operating speed before
applying the bit to the workpiece.
18. Use caution when setting the Locking Trigger
Switch. Be aware that the router will continue to
operate while the locking mechanism is engaged.
Do not lay the router down or hand it to another
person while the locking mechanism is engaged.
19. Before Routing, run the tool for about 10 seconds
to ensure that all moving parts are running
smoothly and there are no loose parts, rattles,
or sparking that would indicate damage.
20. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information. If
unreadable or missing, contact Harbor
Freight Tools for a replacement.
21. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to
begin work before turning on the tool.
22. When using a handheld power tool,
maintain a firm grip on the tool with both
hands to resist starting torque.
23. Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged
into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and
unplug it from its electrical outlet before leaving.
24. Only use accessories rated to the speed
of the tool. Other accessories may fly
apart, causing severe personal injury.
25. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
26. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. In
addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to avoid
electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) should also be implemented –
it prevents sustained electrical shock.
27. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding,
sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction
activities, contains chemicals known [to the State
of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or
other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated
area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
28. WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
29. The warnings, precautions, and instructions
discussed in this instruction manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. It must be understood by the
operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.
vibration Safety
This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an
extended period should first be examined by a
doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to
ensure medical problems are not being caused or
worsened from use. Pregnant women or people who
have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past
hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes,
or Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.