Craftsman 17540 Operation Manual - Page 4
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lL'i_tir4;l--i,I lI r.-i-i;-ti 1-_ Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand etl Instruotlons In this meneel before using this router. Failure to follow all Instructions may result electric shock, fire and/or sertoua personal lnlury. WORK AREA SAFETY 1. Keep your work ares clean and well lit, Cluttered workbenchesand dark areas Invite accidents. 2. DO NOT operate power tools In explosive atmospheres, such as In the presence of flammable Ilqulds_gases, or dust. Power toolscreate sparks which may Ignite the dust or fumes, 3. Keep bystanders, children and visitors sway while operating s power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 4, Make your workshop ¢hlldproof with padlocksand master switches Locktools away when not In use° 5. MAKE SURE the work area has erupts lighting so you can see the work and that there are no obstructionsthat will Interiorswith safe operationBEFORE using your routes PERSONAL SAFETY 1. KNOW your power tool. Read this operator'smanual carefully. Learn the router's applicationsand limitations, as well as thespecificpotsnllal hazards relaled to this tool. 2, STAY ALERT, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a powertool. 3 DO NOT use tool while ttredor underthe Influence el drugs, alcohol or medications A moment of Inattention whileoperatingpower tools may resutl tn sedouapersonal Injury. 4. DRESS properly, DO NOT wear loose clothingor lswslry, Pull back long haft, Keep your half+clothlng,and gloves away from moving parts, Looseclothing, or long hair can be caught In moving parts, Air vents often cover moving paPs and should also be avoided. 5. AVOID accidental starting Be sure switch Is In "OFF" position before pluggingIn, DO NOT carry tools withyour finger on the switch,Carryingtools with your finger on the swiloh or pluggingIn toolsthai have the switchtn the "ON" peellton Invites accidents 6. REMOVE adjusting keys or blade wrenches before tumlng ths tool "ON". A wrench that ts tstt attached to a rotatingpart ofthe toolmay result In personal Injury. 7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing end balance at all times, Proper footing and balance enables belier conlrel of the tool in unexpected situations. B. ALWAYS SECUREYOUR WORK, Use clamps or s vise to hold workplacesecurely, It ts safer Ihen using your hand and frees both hands Io operate tool 9. USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT, Always wear eye protection, Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,or hearing protection must be used forappropriate conditions. 10o DO NOT USE ON A LADDER or unsf_ble support. Stable footing on s soIld surface enables better control of the toolIn unexpectedsituations.