Northern Industrial Tools 143379 - Manual (Page 6)

MAINTENANCE
Keep your tool in good condition by adopting a regular maintenance program. Before use,
examine the general condition of your tool. Inspect guards, switches, tool cord and extension
cord for damage. Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding of moving parts, improper
mounting, broken parts, and any other condition that may affect its’ safe operation. If
abnormal noise or vibration occurs, turn the tool off immediately and have the problem
corrected before further use. Do not use a damaged tool.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug your tool before performing any
maintenance. Never disassemble the tool or try to do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical
system. Contact Northern for all repairs.
CLEANING
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease.
Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean your tool since certain cleaning agents and
solvents are harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these harmful solvents
include: gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated cleaning solvents,
ammonia, and household detergents containing ammonia. Never use flammable or
combustible solvents around tools.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, electric shock and damage to the tool, never
immerse your tool in liquid or allow liquid to flow inside the tool.
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