Craftsman 17541 Operation Manual - Page 9

A WARNING: Use of this tool can generate dust containing chemicals known 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 and other masonry products o Arsenic and chromium, from chemically treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work.To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: ° Work in a well-ventilated area. ° Work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin may promote absorption of harmful chemicals. z_ WARNING: Use of this tool can generate and/or disburse dust, which may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury. Always use NIOSH/OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct particles away from face and body. ADDITIONAL RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Z_ WARNING: BE SURE to read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. 1o Know your power tool. Read this operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule wilt reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury. 2o ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields when using this router. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety glasses. 3. PROTECT your lungs. Wear a face mask or dust mask if the operation is dusty, 4. PROTECT y0ur hearing. Wear al_propriate personal he-aring protection d urirlg use. Under some conditions noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss. 5. ALL VISTORS AND BYSTANDERS operator of the router wears. MUST wear the same safety equipment that the 6o INSPECT the tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired at your nearest Sears Service Center. BE AWARE of the cord location.