Craftsman 21833 Operation Manual - Page 2

• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. ° Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles. Warranty Safety Rules Unpacking Assembly Installation Operation Maintenance Repair Protection Agreement Troubleshooting Parts Illustration and List Espafiol 2 2-5 5 6-8 8-9 9-13 13 14 16-17 18-29 30-47 ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN TOOL if this Craftsman toolfails due to a defect in material or workmanshipwithinone year from the date of pumhase,call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®TO ARRANGE FOR FREE REPAIR (or replacementif repairprovesimpossible). This warrantydoes not coverthe blade, whichis an expendable part. (fthis toolis everusedfor commerciaol r rentalpurposes,this warrantywill applyfor only90 daysfrom the date of purchase. This warrantygivesyou specific legal rightsand you may also have other rightswhichvary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 ° Wear safety glasses complying with United States ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. ° Wear face mask or dust mask if operation is dusty. • Be alert and think clearly. Never operate power tools when tired, intoxicated or when taking medications that cause drowsiness. PREPARE WORK AREA FOR JOB • Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite accidents. • Do not use power toolsin dangerous environments. Do not use powertools in damp or wet locations.Do not expose power toolsto rain. • Work area should be properlylighted. ° Keepvisitorsat a safe distancefrom work area. • Keep childrenout of workplace.Make workshopchildproof. Use padlocks,master switchesor removeswitch keysto prevent any unintentionaul se of powertools. • Keep power cordsfrom comingin contactwith sharp objects,oil, grease and hot surfaces. TOOL SHOULD BE MAINTAINED • Always unplugtoolpriorto inspection. • Consult manual for specificmaintainingand adjusting pro- cedures. • Keep tool lubricated and clean for safest operation. ° Remove adjusting tools. Form habit of checking to see that adjusting tools are removed before switching machine on. • Keep all parts in working order. Check to determine that the guard or other parts will operate properly and perform their intended function. WARNING: For your own safety, read allof the instructions and precautions before operating tool. PROPOSITION 65 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 and other masonry products. • Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber. Your risk from these exposures vary, 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. Always wear OSHNNIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools. CAUTION: Always follow proper operating procedures as defined in this manual -- even if you are familiar with use of this or similar tools. Remember that being careless for even a fraction of a second can result in severe personal injury'. BE PREPARED FOR JOB • Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties,rings, braceletsor otherjewelrywhichmay get caught in movingparts of machine. © Sears, Roebuck and Co. ° Check for damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding, breakage, mounting and any other condition that may affect a tool's operation. • A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced. Do not perform makeshift repairs. (Use parts list provided to order replacement parts.) • Maintain proper adjustment of rip fence and blade guard. • Never adjust saw while running. Disconnect power to avoid accidental start-up. ° Have damaged or worn power cords replaced immediately. ° Keep blade sharp for efficient and safest operation. KNOW HOW TO USE TOOL • Use right tool for job. Do not force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. • Disconnect tool when changing blade. • Avoid accidental start-up. Make sure that the tool is in the "off" position before plugging in, turning on safety disconnect or activating breakers. ° Do not force tool. It will work most efficiently at the rate for which it was designed. • Keep hands away from blade and moving parts and cutting surfaces. ° Never leave tool running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance. ° Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if tool is tipped or if blade is unintentionally contacted. 2